Description
This easy-to-make chocolate banana bark is the perfect sweet and healthy snack! With ripe bananas, rich dark chocolate, and a crunchy mix of nuts and coconut, this frozen treat is both indulgent and refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or your favorite chocolate)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (peanuts, almonds, or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- Sea salt (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Slice the Bananas: Slice the bananas into thin rounds and arrange them on the lined baking sheet.
- Add Chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate over the banana slices, spreading it evenly to cover them.
- Top with Nuts and Coconut: Sprinkle the chopped nuts and shredded coconut (if using) over the chocolate-covered bananas. Add a pinch of sea salt on top if desired.
- Freeze: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for about 1-2 hours, or until the chocolate is set.
- Break into Pieces: Once the chocolate is firm, remove the bark from the parchment paper and break it into pieces.
- Serve: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer for a quick and delicious snack.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the bark by adding your favorite nuts or dried fruits.
- This recipe is great for meal prep—make a batch and keep it in the freezer for a tasty treat whenever you need it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 1/8 of the bark)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg