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Banana Split

Cultural Context

The Banana Split originated in the United States in the early 1900s, specifically in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. It quickly became a popular treat at soda fountains and ice cream parlors, symbolizing indulgence and fun. Today, the Banana Split is a beloved dessert enjoyed worldwide, often customized with various toppings and flavors to suit individual tastes.

AmericanUSdessert
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 large banana
strawberry ice cream
vanilla ice cream
chocolate ice cream
1 tablespoon strawberry jam
1 tablespoon hot chocolate fudge
whipped cream
chopped peanuts
baby marshmallows
maraschino cherries

vanilla ice cream

🥗Healthier: frozen yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand ice cream

Frozen yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chocolate syrup

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate sauce

💰Cheaper: chocolate sauce mix

Dark chocolate sauce is lower in sugar.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut whipped cream

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Coconut whipped cream is dairy-free.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds add crunch with fewer allergens.

1

Slice the banana in half lengthwise and place it in a bowl with the rounded side down, aligning the edges to touch the bowl.

2

Scoop in three flavors of ice cream (strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate) between the banana halves.

3

Add about 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam over the strawberry ice cream (optional).

4

Drizzle about 1 tablespoon of hot chocolate fudge over the chocolate ice cream (can substitute with chocolate syrup).

5

Add a layer of whipped cream on top of the ice cream scoops.

6

Sprinkle chopped peanuts over the whipped cream.

7

Add baby marshmallows over the top (optional).

8

Drizzle another layer of hot fudge over the top as desired.

9

Top the whipped cream with maraschino cherries.

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Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

sundaeice cream split

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