Med. ripe bananas
1/2 c. smooth peanut butter
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/8 tsp. salt
4 tbsp. carob
3/4 c. boiling water
1/2 c. dates or date nuggets (packed in cup)

TOPPINGS OF CHOICE:

Chopped almonds, peanuts, walnuts or unsweetened coconut

Cut bananas into 1 inch chunks. Set aside.

Hand mix first 3 ingredients in medium microwave proof bowl. Set aside.

Blend in blender carob, water and dates. Quickly pour out into peanut butter mixture and mix by hand.