Banana Split Dessert Recipe

Name: Banana Split Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 firm ripe bananas; 12 gallon neapolitan ice cream; 1 cup chocolate chips; 1 sleeve graham cracker, crushed into crumbs; ½ cup butter or ½ cup margarine, melted; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1 ½ cups evaporated milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 (8 ounce) carton Cool Whip; 1 cup chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1
Combine melted butter and graham cracker crumbs.
2
Reserve 1 cup.
3
Pat remaining mixture into the bottom of 11x15 inch pan to form the crust.
4
Slice bananas crosswise and layer over crust.
5
Slice ice cream into 1/2 inch thick slices and place over bananas.
6
Sprinkle ice cream with 1 cup of chopped walnuts.
7
Freeze until firm.
8
Melt 1 cup of chocolate chips and 1/2 cup butter; add 2 cups powdered sugar and 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk.
9
Cook mixture until thick and smooth, stirring constantly.
10
Remove from heat and add 1 teaspoon vanilla.
11
Cool and pour over ice cream.
12
Freeze until firm.
13
Spread Cool Whip over chocolate mixture and top with reserved crumb mixture.
14
Store in freezer.
15
Will keep several weeks if you don't devour it first!

2061

kcal

Calories

168

Fat

121

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 firm ripe bananas, 12 gallon neapolitan ice cream, 1 cup chocolate chips, 1 sleeve graham cracker, crushed into crumbs, and more.

Yes, Banana Split Dessert falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Banana Split Dessert

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Variations & substitutions

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