Chocolate Banana Layers Delight (Printable)

Frozen banana slices covered in melted dark chocolate, sprinkled with nuts, coconut, and berries.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 3 ripe bananas

→ Chocolate

02 - 7 oz dark chocolate (minimum 60% cocoa), chopped

→ Toppings

03 - 2 tbsp chopped roasted almonds
04 - 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
05 - 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips (optional)
06 - 2 tbsp freeze-dried raspberries or strawberries (optional)
07 - Pinch of flaky sea salt

# How-To:

01 - Line a 9 x 13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Peel bananas and slice into 1/4 inch rounds.
03 - Place banana slices in a single, slightly overlapping layer to form a 1/2 inch thick rectangle or oval on the baking sheet.
04 - Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler.
05 - Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the banana layer, spreading gently with a spatula to cover completely.
06 - Immediately sprinkle almonds, shredded coconut, mini chocolate chips, freeze-dried berries, and flaky sea salt evenly over the chocolate.
07 - Place the tray in the freezer for at least 2 hours until fully set.
08 - Break or slice the bark into pieces and serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It satisfies that ice cream craving without any churning or special equipment
  • The combination of frozen banana and dark chocolate creates the most incredible creamy texture that feels indulgent but is actually pretty wholesome
02 -
  • Working quickly once the chocolate is melted is crucial because it starts setting up fast against the frozen bananas
  • The banana slices should overlap slightly but don't stress about making it perfect because the chocolate hides everything anyway
03 -
  • Freeze your baking sheet for 10 minutes before starting helps the banana slices firm up faster
  • A slightly warm knife makes the cleanest cuts if you're slicing it into bars instead of breaking it
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