Strawnana

Strawnana is a portmanteau of "strawberry" and "banana," describing the classic fruit pairing best known from smoothies, yogurts and juice blends. The name has become popular for candies, drinks and desserts that combine the two flavors.

Why strawberry and banana work together

The two fruits complement each other almost perfectly:

• Strawberry brings bright color, juicy tartness and a fragrant, jammy aroma.
• Banana brings creamy body, mellow sweetness and a soft, tropical note.

The banana rounds off the berry's sharp edges, while the strawberry keeps the banana from tasting flat or heavy. The combination became a smoothie-bar staple in the late twentieth century and remains one of the most-ordered blends.

The taste profile

Strawnana tastes fresh, fruity and creamy, like a milkshake made with ripe fruit. It is sweet but not candy-sharp, and it pairs especially well with dairy-style flavors such as cream, vanilla and white chocolate.

Strawnana at Polkadot

The Polkadot Strawnana Chocolate Bar blends ripe banana and juicy strawberry flavors into creamy Belgian white chocolate. The mild, vanilla-forward base lets the fruit take center stage, much like the yogurt or milk in a smoothie. It is $25 and sits in the white chocolate bars collection.

Similar flavors to try

• Strawberry Shortcake Chocolate Bar for a bakery-style strawberry.
• Berries and Cream Truffles for strawberry cream in a bite-size format.
• Piña Colada gummies if you like creamy tropical fruit.

Storage tip

White chocolate is the most heat-sensitive base, so keep this bar in a cool spot away from sunlight to protect its smooth texture.