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Banana Split

Banana Split

The classic Banana Split is the ultimate summer treat. With layers of ice cream, fresh bananas, and delicious toppings, this dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser, it’s a fun way to enjoy a sunny day!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 banana peeled and split lengthwise
  • 1 scoop vanilla ice cream
  • 1 scoop chocolate ice cream
  • 1 scoop strawberry ice cream
  • 2 tablespoons pineapple sauce or diced fresh pineapple
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup or hot fudge
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry sauce or diced fresh strawberries
  • Whipped cream
  • 3 maraschino cherries
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped peanuts or other nuts

Equipment

  • Banana Split Bowl
  • Ice Cream Scoop

Method
 

  1. Peel the banana and cut it in half lengthwise. Place the banana slices against the sides of a long, shallow dish.
  2. Place the scoops of vanilla ice cream, chocolate ice cream, and strawberry ice cream in a row between the banana slices.
  3. Drizzle the pineapple sauce (or spoon the fresh pineapple) over the vanilla ice cream. Drizzle the chocolate syrup or hot fudge over the chocolate ice cream. Drizzle the strawberry sauce (or spoon the fresh strawberries) over the strawberry ice cream.
  4. Top each scoop of ice cream with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry. Garnish with the chopped peanuts and serve immediately.

Notes

  • If you want to add additional toppings: feel free to use different ice cream flavors or other toppings!