Bananas with Cocoa

Treat yourself to a guilt-free indulgence with this quick and easy recipe for Bananas with Cocoa. Combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich, velvety flavor of unsweetened cocoa powder, this no-cook snack is both healthy and decadent. In just 5 minutes, you'll have a satisfying treat that's perfect for dessert or a midday pick-me-up. Customize your creation with optional drizzles of honey for added sweetness, a sprinkle of chopped nuts for crunchy texture, and a few fresh mint leaves for a touch of elegance. Ideal for busy schedules, this gluten-free, plant-based delight is as nutritious as it is delicious. With its minimal ingredients and effortless preparation, Bananas with Cocoa is destined to become your go-to recipe for satisfying your sweet cravings without any guilt!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Want to add this food to your meal log?
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.

Download for FREE Now!

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

2 pieces Bananas
2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon Honey (optional)
2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (optional, e.g., almonds or walnuts)
4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Place the slices evenly on a serving plate.

Step 2

Using a fine sieve, dust the banana slices with the unsweetened cocoa powder, ensuring even coverage.

Step 3

If you prefer a sweeter treat, drizzle the honey over the cocoa-dusted banana slices (optional).

Step 4

Sprinkle chopped nuts over the banana slices for added texture and flavor, if desired.

Step 5

Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and freshness (optional).

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy this simple yet delicious snack or dessert!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(283.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	387.4

Total Fat 10.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 7.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 40.5mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 1087.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.4%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 72.9%