The legendary Banana split is one of the most iconic American desserts. First created in the early 1900s, this indulgent treat layers bananas, ice cream, chocolate syrup, fruit toppings, whipped cream, nuts, and cherries into one unforgettable dish. It’s colorful, nostalgic, and surprisingly easy to assemble at home.
Why You’ll Love It
- No baking required
- Ready in 5 minutes
- Customizable with your favorite toppings
- Perfect for parties or summer nights
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 1 ripe banana, split lengthwise
- 3 scoops ice cream (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry)
- 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup
- 3 tablespoons strawberry topping
- 3 tablespoons pineapple topping
- Whipped cream
- Chopped peanuts or walnuts
- 2 maraschino cherries
Quick & Easy Method
- Peel and slice the banana lengthwise. Place both halves in a long dessert dish.
- Add three scoops of ice cream in a row between the banana halves.
- Spoon chocolate syrup over the chocolate scoop, strawberry topping over the strawberry scoop, and pineapple over the vanilla scoop.
- Top each scoop with whipped cream.
- Sprinkle nuts over the top.
- Finish with a cherry on each scoop.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Pro Tips
- Chill your serving dish beforehand to keep ice cream from melting quickly.
- Add crushed cookies or brownie chunks for extra indulgence.
- Turn it into a party bar and let guests customize their own splits.
