Description
Chocolate Covered Banana Bites are a delightful and easy-to-make frozen treat combining the natural sweetness of bananas with rich dark chocolate. Perfect as a healthy dessert or snack, these bite-sized rounds are dipped in a smooth chocolate coating and frozen for a refreshing and satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Bites
- 2 medium bananas, sliced into bite-sized rounds
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare Banana Slices: Slice the bananas into bite-sized rounds and arrange them on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the sheet in the freezer and let the banana slices freeze solid for about 1 hour to ensure they hold together when dipped.
- Prepare the Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Allow the chocolate to cool slightly but remain liquid enough for dipping.
- Dip the Banana Slices: Remove the frozen banana slices from the freezer. Using a fork, dip each banana round carefully into the melted chocolate coating, ensuring they are fully covered. Lift the slices with the fork and let any excess chocolate drip off before placing them back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze Again: Place the chocolate-coated banana slices back into the freezer and chill for an additional 10–15 minutes, allowing the chocolate to harden and set firmly.
- Serve: Enjoy the chocolate covered banana bites straight from the freezer for best texture. Alternatively, let them soften slightly in the refrigerator for a softer bite but avoid full defrosting to maintain their shape and consistency.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor and less sugar compared to milk chocolate.
- Ensure banana slices are fully frozen before dipping to prevent melting and better chocolate adherence.
- You can customize with toppings like chopped nuts or shredded coconut sprinkled on the chocolate before freezing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week.
- To avoid bananas browning, choose ripe but still firm bananas for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including freezing time)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing and Dipping
- Cuisine: American
