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Creamy Frozen Banana Bites Recipe with Crunchy Granola Coating

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These creamy frozen banana bites feature a soft, ice-cream-like banana center coated in a crunchy granola shell, making a quick, easy, and guilt-free snack perfect for warm afternoons or anytime you need a sweet pick-me-up.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, peeled and sliced into 1-inch thick rounds
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup granola mix (preferably with oats, nuts, and a hint of cinnamon)
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, plain or vanilla (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice bananas into 1-inch thick rounds. Place slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes to firm up.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine granola with a pinch of sea salt. Optionally, pulse granola in a food processor for 5-10 seconds to break into smaller pieces but keep some chunks.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Dip each partially frozen banana slice into the yogurt-honey mixture, coating all sides, then press into the granola to cover all surfaces. Place coated slices back on the parchment-lined sheet.
  5. Freeze the coated banana bites for at least 2 hours or until firm.
  6. Transfer frozen bites to an airtight freezer-safe container or ziplock bag. Store up to 1 month. Let sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes before serving for easier biting.

Notes

Freeze banana slices before coating to prevent mushiness and help coating stick. Use lightly toasted granola with nuts and oats for best texture. Work quickly and gently when coating to keep banana slices firm. Let frozen bites sit 3-5 minutes before eating for easier biting. Store in freezer up to 1 month. To re-crisp granola after thawing, warm in a 325°F oven for 3-4 minutes carefully.

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