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Chocolate Banana Bark with Peanut Butter and Sea Salt Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 18 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Banana Bark recipe is a delightful frozen treat combining the natural sweetness of sliced bananas with creamy peanut butter and rich dark chocolate, finished with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt to enhance the flavors. Perfect as a refreshing snack or dessert, it requires no baking and is simple to prepare using just a freezer and microwave.

Ingredients

Banana Bark Ingredients

  • 3 large bananas, sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 10 ounces dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt

Instructions

  1. Line the baking sheet: Use parchment paper to line an 11 x 15-inch baking sheet to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
  2. Arrange the bananas: Place the banana slices on the baking sheet in a rectangular shape, leaving some space around the edges.
  3. Melt the peanut butter: Microwave the peanut butter on high for 40 seconds, stirring halfway through to ensure even melting.
  4. Pour peanut butter: Pour the melted peanut butter evenly over the banana slices, concentrating it more towards the center and avoiding the outer edges.
  5. Spread peanut butter: Use a rubber spatula to spread the peanut butter smoothly and evenly over the banana slices.
  6. Freeze the base layer: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for approximately 30 minutes to let the peanut butter set firmly over the bananas.
  7. Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe measuring cup, heat the dark chocolate chips on high in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely smooth and melted.
  8. Pour chocolate layer: Remove the baking sheet from the freezer and pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter-covered bananas, focusing on the center and keeping away from the edges.
  9. Spread the chocolate: With a clean rubber spatula, spread the chocolate evenly over the banana and peanut butter layer.
  10. Sprinkle sea salt: Sprinkle the coarse sea salt evenly over the top of the chocolate layer to enhance flavor.
  11. Freeze to set: Return the baking sheet to the freezer for another 20 to 30 minutes, until the chocolate is fully set and hardened.
  12. Break into pieces and serve: Once set, break the banana bark into bite-sized pieces and enjoy as a cold snack or dessert.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm bananas to ensure they hold their shape when frozen.
  • Dark chocolate with at least 60% cocoa content works best for a rich flavor.
  • You can substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different twist.
  • Store leftover banana bark in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week.
  • For a smoother chocolate melt, ensure you stir frequently during microwaving to prevent burning.
  • Adding a pinch of sea salt balances the sweetness and enhances the chocolate flavor.

Find it online: https://ivysrecipes.com/chocolate-banana-bark-with-peanut-butter-and-sea-salt-recipe/