Description
A quick, pantry-friendly after-school snack that combines crispy tortillas with creamy peanut butter, sweet bananas, and melty chocolate chips. Ready in just 5-10 minutes, this treat is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 8 small flour tortillas (20cm diameter)
- ½ cup (125g) creamy natural peanut butter
- 2 medium bananas, sliced into thin rounds
- ½ cup (85g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Sea salt flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Slice bananas into thin rounds and measure out chocolate chips and peanut butter.
- Microwave tortillas for 10-15 seconds to make them pliable and prevent cracking.
- Lay a tortilla flat and spread peanut butter over half, leaving a small border around the edge.
- Arrange banana slices in a single layer on the peanut butter, then sprinkle with chocolate chips.
- Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling and press gently to seal.
- Brush the outside of each quesadilla lightly with melted butter.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and place quesadillas in the pan.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from pan and let cool for 1-2 minutes to allow filling to set slightly.
- Cut into wedges and serve immediately, dusting with cinnamon or sea salt if desired.
Notes
Use slightly ripe bananas for better sweetness and texture. Do not skimp on the butter on the outside of the tortilla to ensure crispiness. Cook on medium heat to prevent burning the tortilla before the chocolate melts. Let cool for 2 minutes before cutting to prevent filling from oozing out. These are best eaten fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 quesadillas per se
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
Keywords: chocolate peanut butter banana quesadillas, after school snack, quick snacks, 5 minute recipes, kid friendly snacks, easy dessert, gluten-free option, nut-free option