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These Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites are the perfect healthy treat for Summer. Quick and easy to make, these frozen pb bites taste like ice cream bites. But sugar-free, low calorie and good for you!
There’s nothing more satisfying than a frozen treat on a hot summer day. From June straight until September, I have protein ice cream or frozen yogurt every week. If I’m not snacking on frozen banana snickers and blueberry yogurt clusters, of course.
Now there’s a new favorite in town: these chocolate covered peanut butter banana bites. They are very similar to my banana bark, but easier to make – and a little more satisfying. Pb banana bites are dipped into dark chocolate, for a frozen treat that you won’t be able to resist. The perfect healthy treat for the warm season, you will love them as an afternoon pick-me-up, a post workout snack or as a late-night dessert. Healthy, delicious and oh so refreshing!
Are banana bites healthy?
Absolutely, these chocolate peanut butter banana bites are a healthy and nutritious. I know you can’t believe it, because they literally taste like ice cream. But hey, let me tell you. They’re added sugar-free, vegan, gluten-free, and relatively low in calories. Plus, this recipe only requires 3 simple ingredients: bananas, peanut butter, and dark chocolate. But are these ingredients actually good for you?
Bananas have a bad rap, not to mention peanut butter and chocolate. For no reason, at all. First of all, this fruit is a great source of vitamins and minerals, such as potassium. Indeed it contains sugars, but they are natural sugars. Our brain, our body, we need carbs to stay alive. Speaking of peanut butter, pb is rich in fibers, healthy fats and plant based protein. But now, what about the chocolate? Well, dark chocolate with high cocoa percentages contains antioxidants and minerals which are beneficial for the organism.
It sounds too good to be true, but yes. These chocolate covered banana bites with peanut butter are healthy and good for the diet. A sandwich has just 85 calories, no added sugar and plenty of benefits. With their sweet and peanut buttery flavor, they will also make you happy. So refreshing and satisfying on a hot summer day.
Ingredients & Substitutes
- Bananas. Choose two medium size yellow bananas, ripe but not overly ripe. They are sweet and tasty, but not as soft as brown bananas.
- Peanut butter. My favorite is creamy peanut butter, salted or unsalted, sugar-free and oil-free. Also crunchy peanut butter works. You can replace peanut butter with almond butter, cashew butter, or PB2 (powdered peanut butter).
- Chocolate chips. I recommend extra dark chocolate chips, with no added sugar. But of course, you can use any chocolate you like.
- Coconut oil. This helps the chocolate melt faster and better. Swap out for butter, if desired.
Looking for low calorie summer snacks?
Try making these banana bites with powdered peanut butter such as PB2 or PBFit. The ratio powdered peanut butter to water is 2 tbsp PB and 1 tbsp water. So, for this recipe you’ll need about ½ cup powdered peanut butter mixed with ¼ cup water.
How to make frozen banana bites with peanut butter?
Step 1 – Prepare the PB bites. Peel and slice the bananas into 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick rounds. You should get about 10-12 slices per banana, depending on their size. Line half of the banana slices on a plate or baking sheet covered with parchment paper. Spread a layer of peanut butter over each slice, then top with another banana disc to form a peanut butter banana sandwich. Freeze for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2 – Melt the chocolate. Place your dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate has melted completely.
Step 3 – Coat the frozen banana bites with chocolate. With the help of two forks, dip each peanut butter banana sandwich into the melted chocolate. Transfer the dipped banana bites back to the plate or baking sheet, sprinkle with flaky salt if desired, and freeze for about 30 minutes, until the chocolate has hardened.
How can I store dark chocolate banana bites?
After dripping in chocolate, you will first need to freeze the pb bites for at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden. Once they are frozen, place your banana dipped chocolate bites into an airtight container, then freeze. If you keep them in the freezer, they will last for up to two months. When you’re ready to enjoy, take one or two out from the freezer and serve immediately. The bananas won’t turn black in the freezer because they freeze pretty quickly.
More healthy summer snacks
- Frozen yogurt
- Banana bark
- Chocolate cottage cheese ice cream
- Protein ice cream
- Protein banana brownies
- Frozen banana snickers
- Blueberry yogurt clusters
- Banana protein muffins
- Protein muffins
Banana Bites
Ingredients
- 2 bananas, sliced
- ¼ cup (60 g) peanut butter
- ½ cup (100 g) chocolate chips, dark and sugar-free if desired
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- flaky salt, optional, for topping
Instructions
- Peel and slice the bananas into 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick rounds. You should get about 10-12 slices per banana, depending on their size.
- Line half of the banana slices on a plate or baking sheet covered with parchment paper. Spread a layer of peanut butter over each slice, then top with another banana disc to form a peanut butter banana sandwich.
- Freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Place dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate has melted completely.
- With the help of two forks, dip each peanut butter banana sandwich into the melted chocolate. Transfer the banana bites back to the plate or baking sheet, sprinkle with flaky salt if desired, and freeze for about 30 minutes, until the chocolate has hardened.
- Store in an airtight food container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Good recipe this Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites for snack at any hour?? for energy and also delicious !
Hey dear Liza,
I am so happy to hear that you liked these pb banana bites 😉 Quick, easy and perfect to load up on energy for the day. Especially during summer!
I wish you a great Friday,
Matteo
Banana and chocolate are always healthy food. I eat them every day.
Hey Constantino,
thank you SO much! I agree, especially with the addition of peanut butter banana bites dipped in chocolate become addictive. The best quick and easy healthy snack.
I wish you a great weekend,
Matteo