Indulge in the classic and timeless dessert, the homemade banana split. This dessert is a perfect combination of flavors and textures, with bananas, ice cream, and a variety of toppings. Whether you're hosting a party or simply treating yourself, this recipe will surely satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream
- 3 scoops of chocolate ice cream
- 3 scoops of strawberry ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate sauce
- Strawberry sauce
- Pineapple topping
- Chopped nuts
- Maraschino cherries
Directions
- Peel the bananas and cut each one in half lengthwise, creating six halves.
- Place two banana halves in a long, shallow dish, with the flat sides facing up.
- Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream in between the banana halves.
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 with the remaining banana halves and the chocolate and strawberry ice cream.
- Drizzle chocolate sauce over the vanilla ice cream, strawberry sauce over the chocolate ice cream, and pineapple topping over the strawberry ice cream.
- Add a dollop of whipped cream on top of each scoop of ice cream.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts evenly over the entire dish.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The banana split was invented in 1904 by David Evans Strickler, a 23-year-old apprentice pharmacist.
Originally, banana splits were served in a long boat-shaped dish, which resembled a split banana.
The traditional toppings for a banana split include chocolate sauce, strawberry sauce, and pineapple topping.