Mexican Banana Splits Recipe

Name: Mexican Banana Splits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Chocolate Kahlua Sauce; 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate or 4 ounces unsweetened mexican chocolate, chopped; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup Kahlua; Cajeta; 1 quart cow's milk or 1 quart goat's milk; 1 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; Assembly; 2 ripe bananas; 1 quart coffee ice cream; 1 quart chocolate ice cream; 1 quart peanut butter ice cream; whipped cream; chopped toasted peanuts

Servings: persons

Chocolate Kahlua Sauce
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate or 4 ounces unsweetened mexican chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup Kahlua
Cajeta
1 quart cow's milk or 1 quart goat's milk
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Assembly
2 ripe bananas
1 quart coffee ice cream
1 quart chocolate ice cream
1 quart peanut butter ice cream
whipped cream
chopped toasted peanuts

1
Kahlua Sauce: Place chocolate in a bowl. Bring the cream and the kahlua to a boil and pour over chocolate, stirring until combined. Keep warm.
2
Cajeta: Place the milk, sugar, and vanilla in a heavy bottomed saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and allow to reduce to a thick caramel, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Strain and keep warm.
3
To assemble: Slice the bananas into long strips on the bias and saute in a little bit of butter until golden brown. Lay the banana strips in the bottom of four serving dishes.
4
Place one scoop of each ice cream in each serving dish and pour the sauces over the ice cream.
5
Top with the whipped cream, toasted peanuts and warm banana churros.

884

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Chocolate Kahlua Sauce, 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate or 4 ounces unsweetened mexican chocolate, chopped, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup Kahlua, and more.

Yes, Mexican Banana Splits falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mexican Banana Splits

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Variations & substitutions

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