Pan-Seared Chocolate Banana Bites with Nut Butter Drizzle

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Rich banana slices pan-seared with dark chocolate, finished with a warm nut butter drizzle for a quick indulgent dessert. This American-inspired recipe (gluten free, vegetarian), ready in about 10 minutes, layers ripe banana, dark chocolate chips (70% cacao), natural peanut butter 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 320 calories and feeds 2, 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: 5 min Cook: 5 min Serves 2 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel 1 large ripe banana and slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add the banana slices in a single layer, cooking for 2 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
  4. Step 4: Remove the banana slices from the skillet and place on a plate lined with parchment paper.
  5. Step 5: Immediately sprinkle 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips over the hot banana slices so they melt slightly.
  6. Step 6: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp natural peanut butter and 1 tbsp maple syrup until smooth and pourable.
  7. Step 7: Drizzle the warm nut butter mixture over the chocolate-topped banana slices before serving.

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