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Cost/Serving: $0.24
Yield: [2 servings] / Serving Size = 1 cup
Ingredients:
2 bananas (frozen)
2 tablespoons milk
Toppings of your choice (suggestions: nuts, chocolate chips, sliced fruit)

Directions:
1. Peel bananas, and cut into chunks.
2. Spread individual pieces of banana in a single layer on a baking sheet; place baking sheet in the freezer for at least 2 hours.
3. Remove bananas from freezer, and put in a blender. Add milk, and blend until smooth.
4. Add toppings of your choice (if using).
5. Serve immediately.
6. Freeze any leftovers in a freezer-safe container.

Be creative! Add 2 teaspoons of unsweetened cocoa powder to make a chocolate banana swirl.

This recipe and photo are used with the permission of Colorado State University Extension's Eating Smart Being Active program.

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