Description
Delightful and easy-to-make Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites, perfect as a creamy, sweet, and healthy snack or dessert. These frozen banana sandwiches filled with natural peanut butter and dipped in dark chocolate offer a delicious combination of flavors and textures that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping it wholesome.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
Instructions
- Slice Bananas: Peel and slice the ripe bananas into 1/4 inch thick rounds to prepare the base for the bites.
- Prepare Platter: Line a platter with parchment paper to prevent sticking during freezing.
- Assemble Bites: Spread about 1/2 teaspoon of natural peanut butter on one banana slice, then top it with another banana slice to create a sandwich. Repeat this process until all banana slices are used, yielding approximately 30 bites.
- Freeze Initial: Place the assembled banana peanut butter sandwiches on the parchment paper and freeze for 1 hour to firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in short bursts, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
- Dip Bites: Remove the frozen banana sandwiches from the freezer and dip each one halfway into the melted chocolate, then place back onto the parchment-lined platter.
- Final Freeze: Return the dipped banana bites to the freezer for an additional 15 minutes to let the chocolate set before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and softness.
- Natural peanut butter without added sugars or oils enhances flavor and healthiness.
- Dark chocolate chips with at least 70% cocoa content provide rich taste and antioxidants.
- Ensure bites are thoroughly frozen before dipping to avoid melting the chocolate too much.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week.
- These bites are a great quick treat for hot days or after a workout.
