Creamy Frozen Chocolate Banana Bites with Peanut Butter Drizzle
A quick and easy frozen snack featuring ripe banana slices coated in dark chocolate with a creamy peanut butter drizzle and a hint of sea salt. Perfect for a guilt-free indulgence that’s refreshing and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings (about 24 banana bites) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas, sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices
- 1 cup (170g) dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) coconut oil
- 1/4 cup (60ml) natural peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Peel and cut 3 medium ripe bananas into 1/2-inch thick slices, keeping them uniform for even freezing.
- Arrange banana slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch. Freeze for at least 1 hour until firm.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup dark chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth and glossy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Dip each frozen banana slice into the melted chocolate, coating thoroughly. Let excess drip off, then place back on the parchment paper. This takes about 10 minutes.
- Freeze the chocolate-coated banana slices for 30 minutes to set the chocolate shell firmly.
- Warm 1/4 cup natural peanut butter with 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup in a small bowl until smooth and pourable (about 20-30 seconds in the microwave). Stir well.
- Drizzle the peanut butter mixture over the frozen banana bites using a spoon or piping bag. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top.
- Freeze for another 15 minutes to let the peanut butter drizzle set.
- Serve immediately from the freezer or let soften for a minute or two if frozen solid.
Notes
Freeze banana slices before dipping to prevent mushiness and chocolate melting too fast. Coconut oil in chocolate helps achieve a glossy, firm coating. Warm peanut butter gently for smooth drizzle; thin with a splash of water or milk if needed. Sprinkle sea salt immediately after drizzling for better adhesion and flavor contrast. For nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini. Store in airtight container up to 2 weeks. Let soften at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2 banana bites
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 35
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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