_Winks_ Ladies (and gents), let me tell you about my absolute favorite guilt-free midnight snack that’ll satisfy those late-night cravings without ruining your healthy eating habits! Trust me, I’ve been there – standing in front of the fridge at midnight, contemplating whether to demolish that leftover pizza. But I’ve got something better for you!
Say hello to my Chocolate-Dipped Frozen Banana Bites with a sprinkle of magic (okay, it’s just sea salt, but it feels magical). This recipe is perfect for those moments when you’re binge-watching your favorite show and need something sweet but don’t want to hate yourself in the morning. 😉
What you’ll need (because we’re fancy like that):
– 2 ripe bananas
– 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)
– 1 tablespoon coconut oil
– Sea salt flakes
– Optional toppings: crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or chia seeds (go wild!)
Now, let me walk you through this super simple process that’ll change your snacking game forever!
1. First, slice those bananas into cute little coins (about 1/2 inch thick). Pop them in the freezer for about 30 minutes until they’re firm but not rock-solid.
1. While you’re waiting (and probably scrolling through TikTok), melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals. Stir between each interval – nobody likes burnt chocolate, honey!
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1. Now for the fun part! Dip each frozen banana slice into the melted chocolate mixture. I like using two forks to make this less messy (because let’s be real, we don’t want to clean up a huge mess at midnight).
1. Place the chocolate-covered pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with sea salt flakes. If you’re feeling extra, add your favorite toppings now.
1. Pop these babies back in the freezer for about 10 minutes until the chocolate sets.
And voilà! You’ve got yourself a perfectly portioned, satisfying treat that’s actually good for you! The bananas provide potassium and natural sweetness, dark chocolate brings antioxidants, and that touch of sea salt? _chef’s kiss_
Store them in an airtight container in the freezer, but let’s be honest – they probably won’t last long! 😏
Y’all, I can’t even tell you how many times this recipe has saved me from making regrettable midnight snack decisions. It’s sweet, it’s satisfying, and it’s basically fruit, so it totally counts as healthy, right?
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XOXO, your midnight snack fairy godmother 🧚♀️✨
