Description
A nostalgic American dessert featuring a banana split cradling three scoops of ice cream, drizzled with fruit sauces, and topped with whipped cream and cherries. Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 ripe banana
3 scoops vanilla ice cream
3 scoops chocolate ice cream
3 scoops strawberry ice cream
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
2 tablespoons strawberry sauce (or fresh strawberries, chopped)
Whipped cream
1 maraschino cherry
1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Split a ripe banana lengthwise.
Drizzle pineapple juice over the banana base.
Layer vanilla ice cream in one side, chocolate in another, and strawberry in the third.
Add a second layer of ice creams on top, alternating flavors.
Drizzle chocolate syrup over chocolate ice cream, strawberry sauce over strawberry ice cream, and pour pineapple juice over vanilla.
Top with whipped cream, maraschino cherry, and chopped nuts.
Serve immediately.
Notes
Use a vertical stick or skewer to assemble for easier handling.
Substitute plant-based ice cream and coconut-based whipped cream for vegan version.
Omit nuts if allergies are a concern.
Check sauces for alcohol content if avoiding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg