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Low Calorie Banana Snickers

Frozen banana halves coated in a high-protein peanut butter 'caramel' layer, dipped in dark chocolate, and topped with chopped peanuts for a guilt-free, low-calorie treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Freezing Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert, Frozen Treat, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Base
  • 4 bananas medium, slightly green
  • 8 wooden popsicle sticks optional
For the "Caramel" Layer
  • 0.5 cup natural creamy peanut butter or nut butter of choice
  • 2-3 tbsp maple syrup or honey or liquid zero-calorie sweetener
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil melted
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch sea salt
For the Chocolate Coating & Topping
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips 70% cocoa or higher
  • 1 tsp coconut oil to thin chocolate
  • 0.5 cup roasted peanuts roughly chopped

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

  1. Slice the 4 medium bananas in half crosswise, then slice each half lengthwise (16 pieces total). Insert a popsicle stick into each piece if desired. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  2. Make the "Caramel": Combine peanut butter, maple syrup/sweetener, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  3. Coat each partially frozen banana piece evenly with the peanut butter "caramel" mixture. Return to the freezer for 1-2 hours until the caramel layer is completely solid.
  4. Melt the Chocolate: Combine dark chocolate chips and 1 tsp coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and fully melted.
  5. Dip and Top: Quickly dip each solid-frozen, caramel-coated banana into the melted chocolate. Allow excess to drip off.
  6. Immediately roll the chocolate-coated banana in the chopped peanuts, pressing gently. Place back on the parchment-lined sheet.
  7. Final Freeze: Return the finished treats to the freezer for a final 15 minutes to fully set the chocolate. Store in an airtight container in the freezer.

Notes

For best texture, allow the treats to thaw for 5-10 minutes before eating. Use a high-quality dark chocolate (70%+) for better flavor and less sugar.