Ingredients:
- Bananas – 3 large, ripe
- Peanut Butter – 1/2 cup (natural, no added sugar)
- Dark Chocolate – 1 cup (70% cocoa or higher)
- Coconut Oil – 1 tablespoon
- Chopped Nuts – 1/4 cup (e.g., peanuts or almonds)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Bananas:
- Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Place the banana slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour.
- Make the Peanut Butter Sandwiches:
- Once the bananas are frozen, take them out of the freezer.
- Spread a small amount of peanut butter between two banana slices to make a sandwich.
- Place the sandwiches back on the baking sheet and freeze for another 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Chocolate Coating:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and coconut oil.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Coat the Banana Sandwiches:
- Dip each frozen banana sandwich into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Place the chocolate-coated sandwiches back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add the Toppings:
- Immediately sprinkle the chopped nuts over the chocolate-coated bananas before the chocolate sets.
- Freeze the sandwiches for at least 1 hour, or until fully set.
- Serve:
- Once set, the Frozen Banana Snickers can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- Enjoy straight from the freezer for a delicious and healthy treat!
Nutritional Facts (per serving, approx. 1 sandwich):
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Sugars: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 15mg