Chocolate-Banana Phyllo Bundles Recipe
These Chocolate-Banana Phyllo Bundles are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring layers of flaky phyllo dough filled with a luscious blend of semi-sweet chocolate, hot fudge topping, and fresh bananas. Topped with toasted almonds, these warm bundles offer a perfect combination of crispy texture, sweet fruit, and rich chocolate, ideal for any special occasion or simple indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 20 phyllo bundles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Fillings
- 1/4 cup (50 mL) semi-sweet chocolate morsels, grated
- 3/4 cup (175 mL) hot fudge ice cream topping
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) toasted sliced almonds, coarsely chopped
- 5 small bananas, sliced
Phyllo Dough
- 1/2 package (16 oz/454 g) thawed frozen phyllo dough (20 sheets)
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Canola oil spray (for finishing)
Optional Garnishes
- Thawed frozen whipped topping
- Additional hot fudge ice cream topping
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare ingredients: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grate the semi-sweet chocolate morsels using a rotary grater. In a bowl, combine the grated chocolate and hot fudge ice cream topping. Use a food chopper to coarsely chop the toasted almonds and set aside. Slice the bananas using an egg slicer or a knife, preparing them for filling.
- Assemble the phyllo bundles: Lay one sheet of thawed phyllo dough flat on a large work surface and lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray. Lay a second sheet directly over the first and press them together to seal. Spoon about one tablespoon of the chocolate and fudge mixture evenly over one narrow edge of the phyllo sheets. Arrange banana slices (approximately half of one banana) evenly over the chocolate mixture.
- Fold and roll the bundles: Fold the bottom edge of the phyllo dough up over the banana slices, then fold the sides in toward the center to enclose the filling securely. Gently roll the phyllo dough from the bottom to the top to form a neat bundle. Repeat this process with the remaining phyllo sheets, chocolate mixture, and banana slices.
- Prepare for baking: Place the assembled phyllo bundles seam-side down onto a large round baking stone or baking sheet. Lightly spray the top of each bundle with canola oil spray, then sprinkle the chopped toasted almonds over them.
- Bake the bundles: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges of the phyllo are deep golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Remove the bundles from the oven and serve warm. Optionally, add a dollop of thawed whipped topping, drizzle additional hot fudge ice cream topping over the bundles, and sprinkle with powdered sugar for an extra indulgent finish.
Notes
- Be careful when working with phyllo dough as it dries out quickly; keep unused sheets covered with a damp towel.
- Use fresh bananas for the best flavor and texture; slightly under-ripe bananas hold their shape better when baked.
- To toast almonds, spread them on a baking sheet and toast in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes before chopping.
- Serving these bundles warm enhances the melting chocolate experience.
- Phyllo dough sheets are delicate—handle gently to avoid tearing.
Keywords: Chocolate Banana Phyllo Bundles, phyllo dessert, quick chocolate banana dessert, baked phyllo treats
