Description
Frozen banana snacks are a healthy, refreshing treat that combine the natural sweetness of bananas with peanut butter, dark chocolate, and a sprinkle of coconut. These guilt-free snacks are vegan, low-calorie, and a great alternative to sugary ice cream or candy.
Ingredients
3 ripe bananas (firm, not overripe)
4 tbsp crunchy peanut butter (or creamy peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter)
3 dark chocolate squares (about 1 oz)
¾ tsp coconut oil (can substitute butter)
2 tbsp shredded coconut (optional, or substitute with chopped nuts)
Instructions
- Peel the bananas, slice them in half, and then slice each half lengthwise, creating 12 banana quarters in total.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper or use a large plate.
- Place the banana slices onto the lined tray.
- Spread a teaspoon of peanut butter over each banana slice.
- Break the dark chocolate into pieces and place it in a small bowl. Add coconut oil to the bowl and microwave in short bursts, stirring until fully melted.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter-covered banana slices.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut over each slice (optional).
- Place the tray in the freezer for 1-2 hours until the snacks are completely frozen.
- Let the banana snacks warm up for a minute before eating to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Use almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter as alternatives to peanut butter for different flavors.
- If you’re not a fan of dark chocolate, you can opt for milk chocolate or even white chocolate for a lighter treat.
- Instead of coconut, try topping with chopped nuts, granola, or dried fruit.
- Ensure the bananas are firm, not overripe, as overripe bananas may not hold their shape well when frozen.
- These banana snacks are best eaten frozen. Let them sit for a few minutes at room temperature for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Snack
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snack
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
