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Healthier Dessert You’ll Actually Crave - Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Freezer Bites

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe but firm bananas
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
  • 1–2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey (optional, to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (60–72%)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for smoother melting)
  • Flaky sea salt (optional, but highly recommended)
  • Chopped roasted peanuts or almonds (optional, for topping)
  • Parchment paper

Instructions
 

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment. Make sure it fits in your freezer.
  • Peel and slice bananas into 1/4–1/3-inch rounds. Aim for even thickness so they freeze and sandwich neatly.
  • Stir peanut butter with vanilla and maple syrup (if using) until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness.
  • Make banana “sandwiches”: Spread a small dollop of the peanut butter mixture on one slice, then cap with another slice. Place on the lined sheet.
  • Freeze for 20–30 minutes, until the sandwiches are firm and easy to handle.
  • Melt chocolate with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 20–30 second bursts, stirring between each, until silky. Alternatively, melt over a double boiler.
  • Dip each frozen banana sandwich into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Set back on the parchment.
  • Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and chopped nuts, if using.
  • Freeze again for 15–20 minutes, until the chocolate is set. Enjoy straight from the freezer or let sit 2–3 minutes to soften slightly.