This no-bake treat combines the rich flavors of dark chocolate and creamy peanut butter with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, creating a decadent experience that’s hard to resist. The combination of textures, from the crispy chocolate layer to the soft, sweet banana slices, provides a variety of sensations in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (natural is preferred)
2 medium ripe bananas, sliced
1/4 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or pecans) - optional
1/4 cup shredded coconut - optional
1 tablespoon sea salt - optional
Instructions
Begin by preparing your workspace. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and peanut butter. You can also use a double boiler for this step.
Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate is completely melted and smoothly combined with the peanut butter.
Once melted, remove the bowl from the microwave and let it cool for a minute or two.
Spread the chocolate and peanut butter mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, creating a rectangle of about 1/4 inch thick.
Evenly distribute the sliced bananas over the chocolate mixture, pressing them slightly into the bark.
If desired, sprinkle your choice of toppings over the bananas.
Place the baking sheet in the freezer for about 1-2 hours, or until the bark is firm and set.
Once set, remove from the freezer and break the bark into pieces of your desired size.
Store the Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for longer storage.
