We all have those days when we crave something sweet but don’t want to derail our healthy eating habits completely. That’s exactly where I found myself last week after a particularly stressful day at work. I wanted something that would satisfy my sweet tooth but wouldn’t leave me feeling guilty afterward. Looking through my kitchen, I spotted some perfectly ripe bananas, and the idea hit me—why not combine my favorite childhood sandwich flavors with fruit for a healthier treat?These PB&J Banana Bites were born from that moment of inspiration, and they’ve quickly become my go-to snack when I need something sweet but nutritious.
The combination of creamy peanut butter, sweet jam, and chocolate-dipped bananas creates the perfect bite-sized treat that feels indulgent while still being relatively healthy. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make and perfect for meal prep – I usually make a batch on Sunday and enjoy them throughout the week whenever a craving strikes.
Making PB&J Banana Bites
These banana bites are incredibly simple to make, which is part of what makes them so perfect for a quick treat or snack prep. The key is to work quickly once you’ve sliced your bananas to prevent them from browning.
First, you’ll slice your banana into even rounds – I aim for about 24 slices from a medium-sized banana. Then comes the fun part: piping a ring of peanut butter onto 12 of those slices. I find using a small plastic bag with the corner snipped off works perfectly for this, but you can also carefully spoon it on if you prefer. Make sure to leave a little well in the center of each peanut butter ring – this is where your jam will go!
Next, add a small dollop of jam to the center of each peanut butter ring. I personally love using strawberry jam for that classic PB&J flavor, but raspberry or grape work beautifully too. Once you’ve added your jam, top each one with another banana slice, creating a little sandwich. At this point, you’ll want to freeze them for about 20-30 minutes to firm up before dipping.
While they’re freezing, melt your chocolate chips with coconut oil. I like using Lily’s sugar-free chocolate chips to lower sugar content, but any chocolate chips will work great. Once your banana bites are firm, dip each one halfway into the melted chocolate and place them back on a parchment-lined baking sheet. A sprinkle of flaked sea salt on top adds the perfect finishing touch that elevates these from a simple snack to something that feels special.
After another 20 minutes in the freezer to set the chocolate, they’re ready to enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer, where they’ll keep for up to two weeks—though I doubt they’ll last that long! If you’re looking for more quick and easy treats, check out my Strawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt Bark or my Chocolate Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bark!
PB&J Banana Bites
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small piping bag or plastic bag
Ingredients
- 1 banana cut into 24 slices
- 1.5 tbsp peanut butter
- 2 tsp jam of choice
- ¼ cup chocolate chips about 95 Lily's sugar-free chocolate chips if following WW
- ½ tsp coconut oil
- flaked sea salt optional
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Slice banana into 24 even rounds.
- Place peanut butter in a small plastic bag and snip off a tiny corner. Pipe a ring of peanut butter onto 12 banana slices, leaving a space in the center for the jam.
- Fill the center of each peanut butter ring with a small amount of jam.
- Top each with another banana slice to create a sandwich and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Freeze for 20-30 minutes until firm.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove banana bites from freezer. Dip each bite halfway into the melted chocolate and return to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with flaked sea salt if desired.
- Return to freezer for another 20 minutes until chocolate is completely set.
- Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy!
