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Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Bites: A Delicious and Healthy Snack Recipe

  • Author: Layla
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 bites 1x

Description

Enjoy a delicious and nutritious snack with these Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Bites, featuring creamy peanut butter and ripe bananas coated in rich dark chocolate. Easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings, these bites can be customized with toppings for added crunch and flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
  • 1/2 cup granola (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (optional)
  • Parchment paper

Instructions

  1. Peel the ripe bananas. The riper they are, the sweeter and more flavorful your bites will be.
  2. Slice the bananas into 1/2-inch thick rounds for uniformity.
  3. Place the banana slices on a plate or cutting board lined with parchment paper.
  4. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the creamy peanut butter. Optionally, mix in a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.
  5. Stir the peanut butter until smooth and creamy. If too thick, microwave for 10-15 seconds to soften.
  6. Spread a generous amount of peanut butter on each banana slice, creating little peanut butter sandwiches. Place them back on the parchment-lined plate.
  7. In a microwave-safe bowl, add the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using).
  8. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth (about 1-2 minutes).
  9. Let the melted chocolate cool for a minute to prevent cooking the bananas.
  10. Dip each peanut butter banana sandwich into the melted chocolate, using a fork to lift it out and allow excess chocolate to drip off.
  11. Place the chocolate-coated banana bites back on the parchment paper. Optionally, sprinkle granola on top before the chocolate sets.
  12. Repeat for all banana bites, drizzling any leftover chocolate over them for decoration.
  13. Chill the coated banana bites in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate hardens. Alternatively, freeze for 15-20 minutes, watching to prevent them from freezing too hard.
  14. Once set, remove the bites from the refrigerator or freezer. If using, the sea salt adds a delightful contrast to the sweetness.
  15. Carefully peel the bites off the parchment paper and arrange them on a serving platter. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  16. Enjoy these bites chilled for the best flavor and texture!

Notes

  • For a different flavor, consider using almond butter or cashew butter instead of peanut butter.
  • These bites are versatile and can be customized with various toppings or nut butters.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

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