Classic Banana Split
Experience the joy of a classic banana split, where velvety ice cream meets ripe bananas, all drizzled with rich chocolate sauce. This delightful dessert not only tantalizes your taste buds but also evokes fond memories. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make treat is sure to impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream (about 1.5 pints)
- ½ cup chocolate sauce
- 1 cup whipped cream
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 2 maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Peel and slice the bananas lengthwise; place them on a serving plate.
- Scoop three generous servings of vanilla ice cream between the banana halves.
- Drizzle warm chocolate sauce over the ice cream.
- Top with a fluffy mound of whipped cream.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts over the whipped cream if desired.
- Finish with a maraschino cherry on top and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 banana split (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use premium vanilla ice cream and consider mixing in other flavors like chocolate or strawberry. Keep toppings separate until serving to maintain their texture. Experiment with different toppings such as crushed pretzels or caramel sauce for a unique twist.