Banana Bites of Pure Joy 🍌🍫

Heyyy! You ever have one of those days where you just wanna snack but like, without the guilt? Same! And that’s when these Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites swoop in to save the day. Seriously, they’re like tiny bites of heaven.

Main dish photo — *The finished dish — looks amazing, right?*

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, so here’s the deal. You’re gonna need a few simple things that I bet you already have – like, 3 ripe bananas (the riper, the better!), 1/3 cup natural peanut butter (or whatever peanut butter you’ve got lying around), 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (because chocolate is life), and 2 teaspoons coconut oil (can totally skip this if you’re feeling wild).

Where do I even start? I usually grab everything from the grocery store in one swoop! I mean, who wants to make three trips? Not me, lol. So, bananas – don’t even think about using green ones! And the peanut butter, just go natural! Trust me, you want the good stuff.

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, quick story time! So, the first time I made these, it was a total experiment. My friend was over, and we were trying to find something that wasn’t gonna make us feel like we just ate a brick. We had bananas getting all brown and sad on the counter—it felt wrong to toss them! So we went wild, and I mean wild, and started slapping peanut butter on banana slices. Then we dipped ‘em in chocolate because why not?

The first bite? Omgosh. I couldn’t believe how good they were! We devoured them in like, 10 minutes flat. Now, they’re my go-to for lazy afternoons or when I wanna impress friends without actually, you know, cooking.

Another beautiful angle of the dish — *Just as gorgeous from this angle too!*

(Another beautiful shot because we can’t get enough!)

I mean, just look at these little gems! They’re actually kind of messy, but that’s part of the charm, right?

The One Trick That Changes Everything

So listen up—this is my secret sauce (not literally, but you get it). When you’re melting the chocolate, don’t just zap it in the microwave and walk away! I mean, you can, but then you’ll probably end up with a burnt mess. Just do the 1 minute, stir, and then keep going in 30-second bursts. Patience is key, my friend. You’ll thank me later!

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

1. Let the bananas freeze! Seriously, if you skip this step, the chocolate will slide right off, and that’s just a tragedy waiting to happen.
2. Don’t drown the bites! Like, you can coat them fully, but you gotta have more chocolate chips ready. Think small, manageable bites!
3. Take ‘em out before eating! If you let them chill for too long, they’re like little rocks. Just let them sit for a few minutes to come back to life.

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

So here’s the scoop—these babies need to be in a freezer-safe container. I usually stack them in layers with parchment paper in between. They can last a good month or two, but let’s be real—you might eat them all in a week. 😂 Just take them out for a quick thaw before munching!

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

Oh! And if you love these bites, you gotta try my Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies (they’re super chewy and addictive) or my Frozen Yogurt Bark (perfect for hot days)!

So, what do you think? Are you ready to whip some up? I promise you’ll be hooked! 🍌💕 What’s your go-to snack when you wanna keep it healthy? Let me know!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites

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Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites! Perfect for warm weather, these delightful snacks combine creamy peanut butter and sweet banana, all dipped in rich dark chocolate. With just 99 calories for two bites, they make an excellent healthy snack or dessert. Keep a batch handy in the freezer for a quick and satisfying indulgence anytime!

Author: XXXXX
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: None
Total Time: 0 hours
Yield: About 30 bites 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: None
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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3 ripe bananas
1/3 cup natural peanut butter
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
2 teaspoons coconut oil

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Instructions

Peel and slice bananas into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
On a parchment-lined platter, place 1/2 teaspoon of peanut butter on one banana slice, top with another slice to form a sandwich. Repeat until all slices are used, yielding about 30 bites. Freeze for 1 hour.
Melt chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, heating for 1 minute initially then in 30-second increments until fully melted (approx. 2 minutes total).
Dip each frozen banana bite halfway into the melted chocolate and return to the lined platter. Freeze again for about 15 minutes to harden.
Enjoy immediately or store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.