Description
These Healthy Frozen Banana Treats are a quick, refreshing, and nutritious snack perfect for warm days or whenever you want a guilt-free sweet bite. Combining creamy nut butter with fresh fruit or mini chocolate chips atop naturally sweet bananas creates a delightful texture and flavor combo that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Layer
- 2 ripe bananas
Nut Butter Layer
- 2 tablespoons nut butter of choice (e.g., peanut, almond, or cashew butter)
Toppings
- Variety of sliced fruit (e.g., strawberries, kiwi, blueberries) or
- Mini chocolate chips, about 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier after freezing.
- Slice Bananas: Cut the bananas in half lengthwise to create flat surfaces for spreading the nut butter.
- Spread Nut Butter: Evenly spread your chosen nut butter over the flat side of each banana half, ensuring good coverage.
- Add Toppings: Place sliced pieces of fruit or sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the nut butter, pressing gently to adhere.
- Freeze: Put the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze for at least 1 hour, or until the treats are fully frozen and firm.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, use vegan nut butters and avoid chocolate chips that contain milk.
- You can substitute the nut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free alternative.
- Experiment with toppings like shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or granola for added texture.
- Store treats in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks.
- Let frozen treats sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating to soften slightly.
