Chocolate Banana Bites Peanuts (Printable Version)

Frozen banana slices coated in smooth chocolate and sprinkled with chopped peanuts for a tasty snack.

# What You Need:

01 - 2 large ripe bananas

02 - 7 oz dark or semisweet chocolate, chopped

03 - 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)

04 - 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, finely chopped

01 - Peel the bananas and slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the banana slices in a single layer.

03 - Freeze the slices for at least 1 hour until firm.

04 - Combine chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth.

05 - Dip each frozen banana slice into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.

06 - Place chocolate-coated slices back on parchment and immediately sprinkle with chopped peanuts before the chocolate sets.

07 - Return the tray to the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes until the chocolate hardens.

08 - Serve chilled as a frozen bite-sized treat.

01 -

They're ready in 15 minutes of actual work, then patience does the rest.
Each bite delivers three distinct textures that somehow taste like indulgence without tasting like work.
You can make them ahead and pull them straight from the freezer when guests arrive or when you need something to quiet your own cravings.

02 -

Bananas need to be fully frozen or they'll turn to mush when you dip them in warm chocolate, and nobody wants a soggy bite.
Peanuts go on immediately while the chocolate is still tacky, otherwise they just roll off and you'll be chasing them across your counter.

03 -

If your chocolate is too thick to drip smoothly, that teaspoon of coconut oil is your saving grace and worth adding every time.
Double-dipping creates a thicker chocolate shell and looks more impressive, so pause between coats and let each layer set slightly.