Chocolate-Dipped Fruit Skewers with Cocoa-Nib Topping

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A refreshing dessert where fresh fruit is coated in melted dark chocolate and finished with crunchy cocoa nibs for a delightful textural contrast. This American-inspired recipe (vegan, gluten-free), ready in about 21 minutes, layers strawberries, bananas, dark chocolate chips into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 1 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Thread 1 cup hulled strawberries and 1 cup banana slices (1/2-inch thick) onto skewers, alternating pieces.
  2. Step 2: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips and 1 tbsp coconut oil. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir. If not fully melted, microwave in 15-second intervals until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Dip each fruit skewer into the melted chocolate, coating completely, then immediately sprinkle with 1/4 cup cocoa nibs.
  4. Step 4: Place skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let chocolate set at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

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