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    Home > Recipes > Dessert

    Chocolate-Dipped Banana Bread Truffles

    Published: Sep 25, 2020 · Modified: Jun 27, 2022 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · 48 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A loaf of banana bread crumbled and rolled with cream cheese makes a creamy banana-flavored filling for these chocolate-dipped truffles.

    chocolate dipped banana bread truffles in a white bowl

    This is a recipe that I first published on the blog back in 2013 when Frank and I were living in Bangkok, Thailand and didn’t yet have kids. Frank recently sent me a bunch of pictures that popped up on his phone from that time and in all of them we were going to the movies, drinking a glass of wine, or drinking a glass of wine at the movie theater (which you could do at some of the movie theaters there). We had a lot of free time back then. 😉

    Fortunately, even when I had loads of free time, I still gravitated towards easy, fun recipes. These banana bread truffles have held up over the years and remain one of my favorite ways to use banana bread, except of course, for just slicing and eating it! When I started working on a new recipe for Weeknight Banana Bread, I knew that these chocolate banana truffles were sure to follow.

    banana bread in a loaf pan

    These truffles are unexpected and always a hit! They’re inspired by and made in the same way as those classic Oreo Truffles but with creamy banana bread as filling. 

    Ingredients for Chocolate-Dipped Banana Bread

    • Banana Bread - You’ll need to start with a loaf of banana bread (my Weeknight Banana Bread is fast and easy). Sometimes we slice and eat half a loaf of banana bread and then save the other half for truffles! It’s best to use banana bread that doesn’t have any mix-ins - no nuts or chocolate chips - so that you get a smooth, creamy filling. 
    • Cream Cheese - Use a block of cream cheese for best results (not the type that comes in a tub). Make sure it’s completely softened to room temperature so it’s easy to work with.
    • Chocolate - Use a good-quality bar chocolate designed for baking (I like Baker’s). I go back and forth on the type of chocolate I like - milk chocolate and semi-sweet are great.
    chocolate, cream cheese and banana bread on a grey countertop

    How to Make Chocolate Banana Truffles

    1. Prepare banana bread - Start by thinly slicing the crust off the banana bread. You just need to slice off a very thin sliver but sometimes the crust can be hard to blend into the truffles. Crumble the banana bread into a large mixing bowl.
    2. Combine banana bread and cream cheese - Use a fork to blend / mash the banana bread crumbles and cream cheese until the mixture is smooth. (Sometimes I find it easier to blend these with my hands.)
    3. Roll into balls - Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls. Refrigerate until firm.
    4. Roll in melted chocolate - Roll the banana bread balls in chocolate until evenly coated. I drop several balls of banana bread into melted chocolate at a time and then use two forks to lift the truffles out of the chocolate and let the excess chocolate drip off.
    5. Let chocolate cool - Leave the truffles at room temperature until the chocolate is cooled and then transfer the truffles to the refrigerator until they are completely firm. 
    6. Serve the truffles chilled and enjoy!
    rolling truffles in chocolate
    chocolate dipped truffles on a sheet pan
    truffles cooling on a sheet pan

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    Favorite Tools

    • Half Sheet Pan - The perfect size pan for everything from roasting vegetables to baking cookies.
    • Mixing Bowls - These are classic and always my favorite.
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    truffles in a white bowl
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    4.60 from 15 votes

    Chocolate-Dipped Banana Bread Truffles

    A loaf of banana bread crumbled and rolled with cream cheese makes a creamy banana-flavored filling for these chocolate-dipped truffles.
    Prep Time25 mins
    Total Time25 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Keyword: chocolate, easy banana bread
    Servings: 50 small truffles
    Calories: 69kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $3.00

    Equipment

    • Half Sheet Pan
    • Mixing Bowls

    Ingredients

    • 1 loaf Banana Bread (see note)
    • 6 ounces Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature
    • 10 ounces Good-Quality Milk or Semi-Sweet Chocolate Bar, roughly chopped (plus extra if you'd like to grate some over top)

    Instructions

    • Using a bread knife, slice off the crust of the banana bread. (The dark crust can be difficult to break apart.)
    • Using your fingers or a fork, crumble the banana bread into very small pieces in a medium mixing bowl. Add cream cheese to the bowl and, using a fork, mash the banana bread crumbs and cream cheese into a creamy, uniform consistency.
    • Using your hands, roll the banana bread/cream cheese mixture into even balls 1-2 inches in diameter. (This should produce about 50 truffles, but there is no need to be precise - make them larger or smaller if you prefer.)
    • Place the banana bread balls on a wax paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (and as long as overnight).
    • When you're ready to coat the truffles in chocolate, melt the chocolate in the microwave (or in a double boiler), stirring every 10 to 20 seconds so that it melts evenly.
    • Working with a few truffles at a time, drop the chilled banana bread balls in the melted chocolate. Gently transfer the balls between two forks to allow excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl. (Note: if at any point the chocolate cools to a point that it is hard to use, just microwave it again until soft and smooth.)
    • Return the chocolate-dipped truffles to the baking sheet to cool.
    • If you'd like, you can gently grate a little extra chocolate over each truffle before the chocolate hardens.
    • Allow the truffles to cool at room temperature until firm and then transfer to the refrigerator.
    • Store truffles in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Serve chilled.

    Notes

    You can easily make this recipe with half a loaf of banana bread if you prefer. Just use the slider next to "servings" at the top of the recipe card to adjust the ingredient measurements. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 39mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

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    About Jess

    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Claire @ Claire K Creations

      February 14, 2013 at 8:59 am

      Yum yum yum Jess what a brilliant idea! I made my first batch of cake truffles at Christmas and loved them. Great way to use up any leftovers too (if there are any of course).

      Reply
      • Vicky

        June 09, 2020 at 10:08 pm

        5 stars
        I just made these using the Martha Stewart recipe. Didn’t have sour cream so I substituted with plain yogurt, it came out great! These were so darned delicious! I want to make other cake truffles now! Lol I have a question though. My chocolate was sort of thick after it melted completely, so my truffle balls were picking up a lot and only a little was dripping off. I ran out of chocolate before I was done and melted some more. They did firm up quite nicely! How do u get your to be so thin and still dry? Thank you, I’m in love with these!❤️

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        • Jess

          June 10, 2020 at 9:42 am

          Hi Vicky - so glad you liked these! I'm actually planning to update this recipe with new photos next week (along with a new one bowl banana bread recipe), so I'll definitely re-test the melted chocolate steps. It's possible that your chocolate could have been heated a bit longer, past the melting point, to thin it out even further. I find that an extra 10 seconds in the microwave gets it hot enough that it is very smooth and coats the truffles in a thin layer. But I'll keep an eye on this when I re-test and will add some extra tips to the updated post. Thanks so much for your note!

          Reply
    2. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles

      February 14, 2013 at 10:45 am

      Oh my goodness...this looks like something I'd completely fall in love with! I'm crazy for anything banana - breads, muffins, cakes - and these truffles look amazing!

      Reply
      • Jess

        February 14, 2013 at 10:51 am

        Me too, Brenda! I can't resist banana, but I REALLY can't resist banana and chocolate! 😉 Thanks so much for stopping by.

        Reply
    3. Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen

      February 14, 2013 at 11:12 pm

      I cannot even get over this. They must taste ahhh-mazing!!

      Reply
      • Jess

        February 15, 2013 at 7:47 am

        They were so good, Katrina. We ate the last of them last night after dinner, and I was so sad to see them go. 😉

        Reply
    4. Joyti

      February 14, 2013 at 11:19 pm

      I think cake pops are pretty, but to get them to stay on the sticks you need a lot of sweet frosting - and they end up being too sweet. Well, too sweet for me, I like my sweets rather un-sweet.
      Your banana bread truffles sound much more appealing. I hope you and your Valentine enjoy the day!

      Reply
      • Jess

        February 15, 2013 at 7:46 am

        I agree completely, Joyti. I'm not very much into super sweet desserts. This hit just the right spot for me, but it definitely did not need a bunch of frosting! Happy Valentine's Day to you!

        Reply
    5. Ashley

      February 15, 2013 at 1:16 am

      Such a great idea! I don't usually like banana bread all that much but mixed with cream cheese and dipped in chocolate?? Now that's something I can enjoy! And I meant to tell you - made your couscous with roasted veggies the other night and it was so good. Even my husband who sometimes boycotts meatless meals liked it : )

      Reply
      • Jess

        February 15, 2013 at 7:48 am

        Ashley! I'm so glad to hear it! The couscous is a favorite around here. (Really - what wouldn't be delicious mixed with cream cheese and dipped in chocolate? 😉 )

        Reply
    6. Cassie | Bake Your Day

      February 15, 2013 at 1:25 am

      Too fun! I'm getting ready to make banana bread today and might just have to do this with one of the loaves!

      Reply
      • Jess

        February 15, 2013 at 7:49 am

        It's definitely going to be a regular in our rotation - we have SO many bananas around all the time. Enjoy your first Valentine's Day in the new house!!!

        Reply
    7. Katie (The Muffin Myth)

      February 15, 2013 at 5:56 pm

      Genius! What a fun way to make banana bread into a little bite sized snack. I can already imagine the flavour in my mouth of the banana bread / cream cheese combo. Soooooo good. Definitely tucking this recipe away in the 'must try' file.

      Reply
    8. Elana @ The Inventive Vegetarian

      February 15, 2013 at 9:49 pm

      OMG, this is genius! I actually have half a loaf of banana bread in my fridge right now and I am sooooo tempted to use it this way instead of eating it for breakfast. Thanks for the inspiration!

      Reply
    9. Averie @ Averie Cooks

      February 16, 2013 at 4:17 am

      I love banana bread and loved squishing it between my fingers as a kid! And this...would be so perfect! Cream cheese and chocolate, even better!!

      Reply
    10. Kankana

      February 16, 2013 at 2:14 pm

      This is a fantastic idea, absolutely loving it!

      Reply
      • Jess

        February 18, 2013 at 1:41 pm

        Thanks Kankana! So glad to have found your blog - your photography is absolutely stunning!

        Reply
        • Lori E

          January 09, 2021 at 4:16 pm

          Can you use chocolate chips if you don't have baking chocolate bars on hand?

          Reply
          • Jess Smith

            January 12, 2021 at 8:31 am

            Yes - chocolate chips should work

            Reply
    11. Debra

      February 17, 2013 at 3:18 pm

      What a great idea. I would never have thought of this. I am thinking of lots of adaptations now too. It's crazy what we try for love. I am still trying to master The Hubs' grandmother's cinnamon rolls. Maybe someday I will master them.

      Reply
      • Jess

        February 18, 2013 at 1:37 pm

        Good for you to keep trying at those cinnamon rolls, Debra! At least the ones that aren't "quite" like hers are still delicious to eat!

        Reply
    12. Karista

      February 18, 2013 at 1:10 am

      OMG! When I clicked on your link and saw these truffles I giggled out loud! Ok, these just make me happy. Just looking at them I can smell the banana bread and dunked in chocolate... well I think I just found my new favorite treat. 🙂 I'm still smiling!

      Reply
    13. Valerie

      February 18, 2013 at 3:11 am

      I was just dreaming up some banana bread truffles of my own and stumbled upon your blog! They look ah-maz-ing! This, plus your previous post of chai spice granola, means I'll definitely be back...it seems we have VERY similar tastes 🙂

      Reply
      • Jess

        February 18, 2013 at 1:36 pm

        Valerie - I'll second that we have similar tastes - I just got completely pulled into your blog, bookmarking a whole bunch of recipes I can't wait to try! Thanks so much for stopping in. P.S. I went to JMU - love Virginia!

        Reply
    14. Rachel @ Bakerita

      February 21, 2013 at 7:30 am

      Jess - these look SO phenomenal! Banana bread truffles?! A girl after my own heart...so glad I found your website as well. I need to make these ASAP!

      Reply
    15. Yii-Huei

      February 23, 2013 at 4:35 pm

      Yum! I never thought of making banana bread truffles, these look amazing!

      Reply
    16. Candace

      February 27, 2013 at 6:56 am

      These sound delicious! Could you combine the bread and cream cheese in a food processor?

      Reply
      • Jess

        February 27, 2013 at 7:24 am

        Candace - I didn't try it in the food processor, but I definitely think it would work!

        Reply
    17. Loula

      March 07, 2013 at 10:17 pm

      I LOVED these! 🙂 What a great idea and so easy to make! I made half the recipe using a home-made sugar-free banana bread, low-fat cream cheese and dark chocolate and the truffles were so good! YUMMO!
      Thank you so much for sharing this delish recipe with us!
      Loula

      Reply
      • Jess

        March 08, 2013 at 7:28 am

        Loula - thank you so much for stopping by to let me know! It's so good to hear that you had success with this variation. I've tried it with two different banana bread recipes, and loved the result every time. Thanks again!

        Reply
    18. Alexandra @ Confessions of a Bright-Eyed Baker

      March 15, 2013 at 12:10 am

      These look fantastic! I love the idea of using cream cheese in place of the typical frosting in a cake pop, not to mention that the whole combo of cream cheese and banana bread sounds amazing. Then you go and dip it all in chocolate? Sounds heavenly. 🙂
      P.S. Such a cute story behind this recipe!

      Reply
    19. Caitlin

      April 25, 2013 at 5:08 am

      I love this idea. My sister made them and they were fantastic. I thought they'd be super tasty with pumpkin bread! The pumpkin bread/cream cheese balls are chilling right now, I can't wait to dip them!

      Reply
      • Jess

        April 25, 2013 at 7:03 am

        Caitlin - awesome idea to use pumpkin bread!!! I'm totally going to try that!

        Reply
    20. Tash @ The Velvet Moon Baker

      May 17, 2013 at 4:00 am

      Wow what a fab idea these are, they look absolutely divine

      Reply
    21. Joy

      May 22, 2013 at 12:42 pm

      These look absolutely delicious! I made Martha Stewart's banana bread tonight, only to realize I'm not sure what kind of chocolate to use. I've attempted to use Ghirardelli milk chocolate chips in the past, but the melted chocolate seizes and doesn't work at all. What brand and form of milk chocolate did you use?

      Reply
      • Jess

        May 22, 2013 at 12:46 pm

        Joy, I tested these a couple times with Ritter chocolate using both 50% dark chocolate and milk chocolate with great results. Do you ever melt half the chocolate and stir the rest in to the melted bunch? (I use the microwave so this is sort of my attempt to temper the chocolate.) I find that usually (but not always) cures my seizing chocolate issues, but I've never worked with Ghirardelli.

        Reply
    22. Sarah @ Miss Candiquik

      August 09, 2013 at 8:34 pm

      oh wow! These sound amazing. Like cake balls, only healthier ;). Thanks!

      Reply
    23. vanillasugarblog

      October 08, 2013 at 11:00 pm

      where did you get the recipe from?

      Reply
      • Jess

        October 09, 2013 at 7:30 am

        Hi there - if you are asking where I found the recipe for chocolate-dipped banana bread truffles, it's a total original. Just something I thought of while looking at a loaf of banana bread. 😉

        Reply
    24. vanillasugarblog

      October 10, 2013 at 5:29 am

      I had made the exact same recipe (months before you), and saw that your recipe wording was a lot like mine.
      A lot of people steal recipes and claim them as their own.
      Not accusing you, but I never know.
      I just made pumpkin bread balls, so that one is already done.

      Reply
      • Jess

        October 11, 2013 at 12:52 pm

        I guess it's bound to happen that there are similarities, but I absolutely understand your concern. I'm happy to discover your beautiful blog though!

        Reply
    25. Kelley

      November 23, 2013 at 9:59 pm

      Hi Jess! I love this recipe! It looks amazing, thank you for sharing it with us! Do you know if I could use plain greek yogurt as a substitute for the cream cheese? Thank you very much!

      Reply
      • Jess

        November 24, 2013 at 10:47 pm

        Hi Kelley! It's a great idea, but I can't be entirely certain about the Greek yogurt substitute since I haven't tried it. I wonder if the moisture content in yogurt might be a bit too high, so you might try starting with a smaller amount of yogurt and adding it a bit at a time until the mixture reaches a consistency where you can roll the banana bread into balls. If you try it out, please let me know how it goes!

        Reply
    26. Annette

      December 08, 2013 at 11:29 pm

      Can these be froze?

      Reply
    27. Sarah

      January 28, 2014 at 1:40 am

      I made these for my boyfriend too! His favourite cake is banoffee pie so I tried to add some toffee flavour but it got a bit overpowered by the banana. Still really delicious, thanks for sharing the recipe

      Reply
    28. Kae

      July 09, 2018 at 7:34 pm

      This sounds delicious and I'd like to try to make it for my daughter's 1st birthday party. But I'm wondering it can be at Room temperature or has to be in fridge.

      Reply
      • Jess

        July 16, 2018 at 12:55 pm

        Hi Kae - the chocolate coating is the only part I'd worry about melting, but they'll still be great at room temp. I'd just recommend putting them in a single layer on wax or parchment paper for serving. Even better, you could get some mini muffin cup liners and put each truffle in a liner - that would make them much easier to eat even if they melt a bit.

        Reply

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