Traditional Banana Split Recipe

Name: Traditional Banana Split
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup scoop vanilla ice cream; 1/2 cup scoop chocolate ice cream; 1/2 cup scoop strawberry ice cream; 1 large ripe banana; 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup (or Hot Fudge); 2 tablespoons strawberry ice cream topping (or fresh strawberries); 2 tablespoons crushed pineapple; 2 tablespoons wet walnut ice cream topping; whipped cream; cherries

Servings: persons

1
Line up ice cream scoops next to each other in an oval deep dish or a banana boat.
2
Cut the ends of the banana off (about 1/4 inch) while still in the peel.
3
Slice in half longways.
4
Pop each half of the banana out of the peel onto each side of the ice cream row, pressing down and in a little so it'll stay put.
5
Top the vanilla ice cream with the pineapple, the chocolate with the chocolate syrup and the strawberry with the strawberry sauce.
6
Spoon the wet walnuts over all three scoops of ice cream.
7
Top each scoop with some whipped cream and a cherry for each.
8
Enjoy!

378

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

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: 1/2 cup scoop vanilla ice cream, 1/2 cup scoop chocolate ice cream, 1/2 cup scoop strawberry ice cream, 1 large ripe banana, and more.

Yes, Traditional Banana Split 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.

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Traditional Banana Split

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Variations & substitutions

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