Frozen Banana Snacks Recipe
These Frozen Banana Snacks are a delicious and healthy treat combining creamy peanut butter, melted dark chocolate, and shredded coconut on bite-sized banana pieces. Perfect for a quick frozen dessert or snack, they are easy to prepare and ideal for cooling down on warm days.
- Author: Clara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes (melting chocolate) plus 1-2 hours freezing
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including freezing time)
- Yield: Approximately 12 banana snack pieces 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Fruits
Chocolate Mixture
- 3 dark chocolate squares (1 oz total)
- ¾ tsp coconut oil
Toppings
- 4 tbsp crunchy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut
- Prepare the tray: Line a small tray or plate with baking paper to prevent sticking and make it easy to remove the frozen banana snacks later.
- Cut the bananas: Peel each banana, cut it in half, then slice each half lengthwise to create four pieces from each banana, resulting in about 12 banana slices in total.
- Melt the chocolate: In a small bowl, break the dark chocolate squares and add the coconut oil. Microwave for a few seconds and stir until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
- Spread peanut butter: Using about 1 teaspoon of crunchy peanut butter per banana slice, evenly spread it on each piece to add flavor and texture.
- Add chocolate topping: Drizzle or pour the melted chocolate mixture over each peanut butter-coated banana slice for a rich, chocolaty layer.
- Sprinkle coconut: Lightly sprinkle ½ teaspoon of shredded coconut on each slice to add a nutty crunch and visual appeal.
- Freeze the snacks: Arrange the banana slices on the prepared tray and place them in the freezer for 1-2 hours until fully frozen and firm.
- Store and serve: Once frozen, transfer the banana snacks to airtight food containers to keep them fresh in the freezer. Let them sit at room temperature for a couple of minutes before serving to soften slightly.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas for the best texture and sweetness.
- You can substitute crunchy peanut butter with smooth or any other nut butter of your choice.
- If you prefer sweeter chocolate, use milk chocolate squares instead of dark chocolate.
- For variety, try sprinkling crushed nuts or cinnamon instead of shredded coconut.
- Store the snacks in airtight containers to prevent freezer burn and keep them fresh longer.
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