Description
Creamy banana split sundae celebrates classic American dessert indulgence with layers of ice cream, fresh bananas, and rich chocolate sauce. Sweet nostalgia meets contemporary flavor in this irresistible treat you’ll devour to the last delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana
- 3 scoops of ice cream (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, or your favorites)
Sauces and Toppings:
- 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup (or hot fudge sauce)
- 2 tablespoons strawberry sauce (or fresh sliced strawberries)
- 2 tablespoons pineapple sauce (or crushed pineapple in syrup)
- ¼ cup whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (peanuts, walnuts, or almonds)
- 3–4 maraschino cherries
- 1 tablespoon sprinkles or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Split a ripe banana down its center, carefully separating each half lengthwise to create two symmetrical portions.
- Select a rectangular or elongated serving dish that will comfortably accommodate the banana halves with room for additional toppings.
- Position the banana segments parallel to each other along the sides of the dish, creating a classic V-shaped arrangement.
- Scoop vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream between the banana halves, ensuring each flavor is distinctly placed.
- Drizzle rich chocolate sauce generously over the ice cream, allowing it to cascade down the sides and pool around the banana.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts across the surface, adding a delightful crunch and textural contrast to the creamy dessert.
- Crown the sundae with a dollop of fluffy whipped cream, creating a cloud-like peak at the center of the dish.
- Garnish with vibrant maraschino cherries, strategically placing them atop the whipped cream for a classic finishing touch.
- Serve immediately to preserve the ice cream’s optimal temperature and prevent melting.
Notes
- Opt for ripe, golden bananas with just a few brown spots for the sweetest flavor and creamiest texture.
- Chill the serving dish beforehand to keep the ice cream from melting too quickly and maintain a picture-perfect presentation.
- Slice bananas with a sharp knife on a cutting board to get clean, even halves that showcase the dessert’s elegant design.
- Experiment with different ice cream flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry for a classic combination that never disappoints.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 75 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 80 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg