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!
If I am buying bananas for the week, I am making a batch of these. Five minutes of hands-on time and then the freezer does everything else. I always keep a stash of this peanut butter banana bark alongside my strawberry matcha yogurt clusters and my frozen greek yogurt bites; between the three of them I basically have a full freezer snack drawer sorted for the week.
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.
More Recipes You'll Love
- Frozen Chocolate Covered Banana Pops- same banana base, different format
- Dark Chocolate Covered Blueberries- another easy chocolate-dipped freezer treat
- Homemade Nutella with Dates- swap the peanut butter topping with this for a hazelnut chocolate version
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Sharp Knife
- Spatula
Top Tips for Success
- Use very ripe bananas. The spottier the better. They are sweeter, softer, and press down onto the baking sheet much more evenly than a firm banana.
- Freeze the banana layer first before adding the peanut butter. About 20 to 30 minutes is all it takes. If you spread the peanut butter on fresh banana it slides everywhere and the layers mix together. A quick freeze first makes it so much easier.
- Have your toppings ready before you open the freezer. The banana layer freezes faster than you think. I always set out my chocolate chips, coconut, or whatever I am using before I even start so everything is ready to go the moment I need it.
- Store in a zip-lock bag, not stacked on a plate. Individual pieces in a freezer bag stay separated and are so much easier to grab one at a time without the whole batch breaking apart.
📖 Recipe
Viral Peanut Butter Banana Bark
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!
Notes
How to Store
Store in a zip-lock bag in the freezer for up to 2 months. Best eaten straight from frozen as it melts quickly at room temperature.Frequently Asked Questions for Viral Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Bark
How long does peanut butter banana bark keep? Up to 2 months in the freezer in an airtight bag. Best eaten straight from the freezer as it melts quickly at room temperature.
Can I use almond butter instead of peanut butter? Yes. Almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter all work at the same ratio. Use a drippy natural nut butter for the easiest spreading.
Do I need parchment paper? Yes — banana bark sticks to a bare baking sheet and is very hard to remove without breaking. Line your tray with parchment before you start.
Gena Stone
Baked these up with some baking protein whey powder- they are delicious and easy to make! Will definitely keep these in the rotation.