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Viral Chocolate Banana Bark Recipe

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  • Author: Bara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Freezing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Viral Chocolate Banana Bark is a delightful frozen treat that combines creamy peanut butter, ripe banana slices, and rich dark chocolate, topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Perfect for a refreshing snack or dessert, this no-bake recipe is simple to prepare and freezes into a deliciously satisfying bark that’s both sweet and slightly salty.

Ingredients

Banana Layer

  • 2 medium semi-ripe bananas

Peanut Butter Layer

  • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons drippy, creamy peanut butter

Chocolate Layer

  • 1.5 cups dark chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional)

Topping

  • Flaky sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare baking sheet: Line a medium-sized baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy removal of the bark once frozen.
  2. Slice bananas: Peel the bananas and slice them into approximately ⅓-inch thick slices on a slight diagonal to create uniform pieces that fit well together.
  3. Arrange banana slices: Arrange the banana slices in a rectangular shape on the parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring the slices touch to hold together as one layer when frozen.
  4. Spread peanut butter: Evenly spread the creamy peanut butter over the banana slices, covering them completely. If the peanut butter is thick, warm it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to soften before spreading.
  5. Freeze first layer: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 20 minutes to allow the peanut butter layer to set firmly.
  6. Melt chocolate: In 30-second intervals, microwave the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using), stirring between intervals, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth without burning.
  7. Top with chocolate and salt: Remove the baking sheet from the freezer and pour the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter-covered banana layer. Optionally, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top to enhance flavor.
  8. Freeze to set: Return the baking sheet to the freezer for at least 90 minutes, up to 2 hours, until the chocolate is completely set and firm.
  9. Serve: Once set, remove the bark from the freezer, flip it over, peel off the parchment paper, and break into large pieces. Serve immediately or keep frozen until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Use semi-ripe bananas for the perfect balance of sweetness and firmness.
  • If peanut butter is too thick, a brief warming helps make spreading easier and more even.
  • Adding coconut oil to the chocolate helps achieve a smoother texture and easier spreading.
  • Flaky sea salt is optional but adds a wonderful contrast to the sweetness of the bark.
  • Store leftover bark in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week.

Find it online: https://yumbara.com/viral-chocolate-banana-bark-recipe/