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Chocolate Pretzel Banana

A sweet-salty snack that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary treat with chocolate-dipped banana slices coated in crushed pretzels.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large ripe bananas, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 2 cups dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 1/2 cups mini pretzels, roughly crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

Method
 

  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange banana slices in single layer, ensuring they don't touch each other.
  2. Combine chocolate chips and coconut oil in microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy. Total melting time usually takes 1-2 minutes.
  3. Place pretzels in sealed plastic bag and gently crush with rolling pin. Keep pieces varied - some fine crumbs mixed with larger chunks. Transfer to shallow bowl.
  4. Working quickly, dip each banana slice into melted chocolate using fork, allowing excess to drip off. Immediately roll in crushed pretzels, pressing gently so they adhere. Place on prepared baking sheet.
  5. Sprinkle sea salt lightly over each piece while chocolate remains soft. Drizzle with honey if desired for extra sweetness.
  6. Refrigerate for 20 minutes until chocolate firms completely. Properly set chocolate won't leave fingerprints and feels solid but not rock-hard.

Notes

Use firm, just-ripe bananas for best texture. Work quickly when dipping as chocolate sets fast. Can be made 2 days ahead. Store refrigerated up to 3 days or freeze up to 1 month. Enjoy directly from refrigerator for best texture. Don't store at room temperature longer than 2 hours.