Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup natural creamy peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted roasted peanuts, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for melting chocolate)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for peanut butter layer)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Peel the bananas and slice each in half lengthwise. If desired, create a slight indentation in the flat side of each banana half using a spoon to hold more peanut butter. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix the natural peanut butter with the optional maple syrup/honey and a pinch of sea salt until smooth. Spread this mixture evenly over the flat side of each banana half. Sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the peanut butter layer, gently pressing them in. Place the bananas on the prepared baking sheet and freeze for at least 30-60 minutes, or until firm.
- Step 3: Once the bananas are firm, melt the dark chocolate chips with the optional coconut oil. You can do this in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, or in a double boiler until smooth and fully melted.
- Step 4: Remove the frozen banana halves from the freezer. Dip each banana half into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off. You can sprinkle an extra pinch of sea salt on top of the chocolate while it's still wet, if desired.
- Step 5: Place the chocolate-coated bananas back on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Return them to the freezer for another 15-30 minutes, or until the chocolate has fully set. Once firm, serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1-2 weeks.
Notes
- Keep these delightful treats in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks, layered with parchment paper if stacking, to enjoy whenever a healthy craving strikes.
- For the best texture and flavor, allow your frozen banana Snickers to sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before eating, letting the banana and peanut butter soften slightly while the chocolate remains crisp.
- These make a fantastic satisfying dessert, a wholesome afternoon pick-me-up, or even a guilt-free breakfast option; enjoy them straight from the freezer for a refreshing bite.
- For that authentic Snickers experience, really lean into creating a generous indentation in your banana halves, as this clever trick allows for a more substantial layer of creamy peanut butter and crunchy peanuts in every single bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 frozen banana "Snickers" half (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 9g