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Making these Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Bites is amazingly easy and perfect for anyone craving a quick and tasty treat. With just 3 ingredients, you can serve up a batch in no time.
The creamy, sweet, and slightly salty combination of banana and peanut butter is a beloved classic that appeals to both kids and adults alike. These little treats are no exception!
The process is straightforward—layer, slice, and freeze, and voilà! You’ve got a delightful snack that’s both nutritious and satisfying for any time of day.
Plus, they’re a fantastic way to use up those ripe bananas before they go bad, and you likely already have the ingredients in your pantry.
For more ways to use ripe bananas, try these Mini Banana Muffins and Banana Bread with Self Rising Flour, weekly favorites in my house! You can also enjoy these 3-Ingredient Banana Baby Cookies for another simple and nutritious option.
Related: Easy and Healthy Banana Recipes for Babies and Kids
Table of Contents
Ingredients
- Banana – Choose bananas that are ripe but still firm. They should have a few brown spots and still hold their shape well.
- Peanut butter – you want it to be runny so it is best to use natural peanut butter.
- Yogurt – this is optional but it provides a delicious boost of nutrition and flavor. My kids love the addition!
- Additional toppings (optional) – feel free to add some chocolate chips, crushed nuts, granola, or shredded coconut on top.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Peel and slice bananas into thick rounds, about 1/2 inch thick. add a spoonful of peanut butter to the bottom of each muffin cup. Spread it out evenly to form a base layer.
Step 2: add a spoonful of peanut butter to the bottom of each muffin cup. Spread it out evenly to form a base layer.
Step 3: Place a slice of banana on top of the peanut butter layer in each muffin cup.Spoon a dollop of yogurt on top of each banana slice and spread to cover the muffin cup entirely.
Step 4: Spoon a dollop of yogurt on top of each banana slice and spread to cover the muffin cup entirely (note: I am using a very thick Greek yogurt. You can also use cottage cheese if you like it!). Sprinkle optional toppings like chocolate chips, crushed nuts, granola, or shredded coconut on top of the yogurt layer. Freeze for at least 2-3 hours.
Recipe Tips
- If using yogurt, choose a thicker variety (like Greek yogurt) to prevent it from becoming too runny. If it’s too liquid, it might not set properly.
- I highly recommend using a silicone muffin pan for easy removal of the banana bites.
Variations
- Peanut Butter: Feel free to experiment with different nut butters (like almond or cashew), sunflower seed butter or different fruits for variety.
- Texture: If you prefer a softer texture, take the bites out of the freezer a few minutes before serving.
- If using yogurt, try these homemade flavored yogurts for an additional boost of flavor and sweetness.
- Frozen Chocolate Banana Bites: Spoon a layer of melted chocolate over the peanut butter (or yogurt if using). Make sure the chocolate covers the top layer evenly.
- Crunch: Press some granola into the peanut butter for a crunchy texture.
- Tropical Twist: Sprinkle the bites with shredded coconut.
Storage
Once frozen, remove the banana peanut butter bites from the pan. Since you used a silicone muffin pan, parchment paper or silicone liners, this should be easy!
Transfer the bites to an airtight container or a zip-top bag, separating each layer with parchment paper, and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Peanut Butter Banana Bites
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 medium bananas
- 1/3 cup smooth, natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt, optional but highly recommended
Instructions
- Add a spoonful of peanut butter to the bottom of each muffin cup. Spread it out evenly to form a base layer.
- Peel and slice bananas into thick rounds, about 1/2 inch thick. Place a slice of banana on top of the peanut butter layer in each muffin cup.
- Spoon a dollop of yogurt on top of each banana slice and spread evenly until completely coated.
- Sprinkle optional toppings like chocolate chips, crushed nuts, granola, or shredded coconut on top of the yogurt layer. Freeze for at least 2-3 hours.
Notes
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- If using yogurt, choose a thicker variety (like Greek yogurt) to prevent it from becoming too runny. If it’s too liquid, it might not set properly.
- I highly recommend using a silicone muffin pan for easy removal of the banana bites.
- Feel free to experiment with various nut butters (like cashew and almond) or sunflower seed butter to make this an allergy-friendly treat.
I donāt have a silicone tray. Is it really hard to remove them from a regular tray?
It will be! I recommend using liners if using a regular tray
Can you store these in the fridge after they have frozen for 2 – 3 hours?
I left mine in the freezer for around 6 hours and we can’t bite into them ooops!
I’ve not put them in the fridge but wasn’t sure how long they’d keep in the fridge.
They look good!
Hi!! These are so good, aren’t they? I recommend taking out of the freezer and letting it sit at room temperature for several minutes should soften. You can refrigerate but not for long!
This one is such a hit in our house! We top some with chocolate chips and some with sprinkles so they feel like a treat to my daughter, she calls them “cupcakes”. We love them because it’s an easy and healthy way to get her some extra protein!
One note, my daughter has a peanut allergy so we use sun butter. Sun butter does not freeze apparently, so the first time I made this it was a mess! But now we put a layer of yogurt down first and sandwich the sun butter in between and it works great!
Thanks for the great recipe!
Aww so happy to hear and thanks for that tip!!
I love how easy this recipe is and always a hit for my toddlers! thank you for another wonderful recipe!
I have to try this one!! If children won’t eat them, I gonna do!! š¬š
I hope you guys will all love these!
So simple to make but a very good snack for my toddler. Thank you
You’e welcome!
All the recipes are yummy!
Thank you!
Thank you for trying out my recipes!
Great idea
This is super easy receipe. Love it š
Yes! So easy and satisfying :). Enjoy!!