Banana Snickers Recipe
These Banana Snickers are a delightful frozen treat that combines creamy peanut butter, ripe bananas, and rich dark chocolate with a crunchy peanut coating. Perfect as a healthier dessert or snack, they bring together the flavors of classic Snickers candy bars in a natural, no-bake, freezer-friendly recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 banana Snickers (6 sandwiches) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Layer
- 3 ripe bananas
Peanut Butter Layer
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on your sweetness preference)
Chocolate Coating
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (or sugar-free chocolate chips)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional, helps with smooth chocolate coating)
Topping
- 1/4 cup unsalted roasted peanuts, chopped
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the bananas: Peel the bananas and slice them into 1-inch thick rounds to form the base of the snack.
- Freeze banana slices: Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 1 hour until they become firm and easy to handle.
- Prepare peanut butter layer: Slightly soften the peanut butter in the microwave if needed, then mix in a small drizzle of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness, depending on your preference.
- Assemble the layers: Spread a small amount of the prepared peanut butter onto one frozen banana slice, then top it with a second banana slice to create a sandwich.
- Prepare the chocolate coating: Melt the dark chocolate chips together with the coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments, stirring between intervals until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Coat the "Snickers": Dip each banana sandwich into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated, then roll it in chopped peanuts, pressing gently so they adhere. Optionally, sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt for enhanced flavor.
- Freeze again: Place the chocolate-coated banana sandwiches back onto the parchment-lined tray and freeze for another 1-2 hours or until the chocolate hardens completely.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately after the chocolate has set, or store the treats in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1-2 weeks for future enjoyment.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and best texture.
- Substitute peanut butter with almond butter or other nut butters if desired.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey and ensure chocolate chips are dairy-free.
- Adding coconut oil to the chocolate helps create a smoother coating that sets nicely.
- Keep the snacks frozen until ready to eat to maintain texture and prevent melting.
- Feel free to adjust sweetness according to your taste preference.
Keywords: Banana Snickers, frozen banana treats, peanut butter snacks, healthy dessert, no-bake dessert, chocolate covered bananas
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