This peanut butter banana bark is made with banana slices, creamy peanut butter and chocolate for the most decadent dessert! It's the perfect snack to have stored in the freezer for whenever you're craving a sweet treat.
If you've never tried the viral banana bark trend, you're missing out! It's such a fun treat to whip up and requires just a few simple ingredients. It's one of those easy recipes you can make with your family that both kids and adults will love. The best part is that it tastes like a decadent treat, yet is filled with fibre, protein, healthy fats and minerals. Plus, anything involving the peanut butter, banana and chocolate combination is alway a win in my books!
Ingredients
- Sliced Bananas
- Natural Peanut Butter
- Chocolate Chips
- Flaky Sea Salt
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Slice bananas and arrange in a single layer across a parchment lined baking sheet
- Spread peanut butter over bananas in an even layer - use a spatula to spread more easily.
- Pour on melted chocolate. Then sprinkle on shredded coconut + flakey sea salt
- Freeze about 1 hour until completely set. Break into pieces and enjoy!
Note: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer.
Substitutions
- Natural Peanut Butter - I use unsweetened, creamy peanut butter for this recipe. You can substitute with almond butter or cashew butter if desired. Sunflower seed butter can also be used as a nut free alternative
- Chocolate Chips - feel free to use your favorite type of chocolate for the chocolate layer! My favorites are milk chocolate, dark chocolate chips, or a combination of both!
- Flaky Sea Salt - optional but highly recommended for a delicious sweet and salty combo.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Sharp Knife
- Spatula
How To Store Chocolate Bark
This viral chocolate banana bark is best stored in an air-tight container in the freezer. Line your container with a strip of parchment paper and add in your bark pieces. Seal and freeze until ready to eat. These frozen treats will stay fresh for up to 3 months. When ready to enjoy, it can be eaten directly from the frozen - no thawing required!
3 Top Tips for Success
- Cut bananas into even slices - make sure your banana slices are of uniform thickness for the most even and best looking bark.
- Wait until your bark has completely set before breaking into pieces. This will ensure that all your layers have time to firm up and break into clean pieces.
- Use a spatula to spread on your peanut butter layer - I've tried many different methods and a spatula yields the best results.
FAQs
Can I add different toppings?
Definitely! I love how customizable this recipe is with different add-in's. Some of my favourite toppings to add include shredded coconut, dried fruit, and chopped nuts.
Is this recipe vegan?
This delicious treat can easily be made vegan by using dairy-free and vegan chocolate!
Is chocolate peanut butter banana bark a healthy snack?
The bananas provide fibre, vitamins and minerals, while the peanut butter incorporates healthy fats and protein. It's also made with simple, minimal ingredients, making it a healthier treat to enjoy. To keep this recipe healthier, be sure to use unsweetened or minimally sweetened chocolate and be mindful of your topping selections.
📖 Recipe
Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Bark (Viral Recipe)
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Sharp Knife
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 bananas
- ¼ c peanut butter
- ¾ c chocolate chips melted
- Flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Slice bananas and arrange in a single layer across a parchment lined baking sheet
- Spread peanut butter over bananas in an even layer - use a spatula to spread more easily.
- Pour melted chocolate on top of peanut butter. Then sprinkle on shredded coconut and flakey sea salt
- Freeze about 1 hour until completely set. Break into pieces and enjoy!
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