Best-Ever Banana Splits

Gluten Free
Best-Ever Banana Splits
30 min.
30
195kcal

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Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with our Best-Ever Banana Splits, a delightful treat that is not only gluten-free but also incredibly easy to prepare in just 30 minutes! Perfect for gatherings, this recipe serves up to 30 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, family reunions, or any celebration where you want to impress your guests.

Imagine the sweet aroma of freshly baked candied almonds wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this classic dessert. The combination of creamy vanilla and rich chocolate ice cream, paired with perfectly split bananas, creates a mouthwatering base that is simply irresistible. Drizzled with a luscious hot fudge sauce made from bittersweet chocolate chips and a hint of vanilla, each bite is a heavenly blend of flavors and textures.

Not only is this dessert a feast for the taste buds, but it also offers a delightful visual appeal, with the vibrant colors of the bananas and the glossy fudge sauce. Topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of crunchy almonds, these banana splits are sure to be the star of any dessert table.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and fun to make. Gather your friends and family, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Dive into the world of sweet indulgence with our Best-Ever Banana Splits!

Ingredients

  • cup almonds sliced
  • small bananas split
  • 0.8 cup bittersweet chocolate chips 
  • tablespoon plus light
  • cup heavy cream 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar light
  • 30 servings salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • pints vanilla and chocolate ice cream 
  • 30 servings whipped cream for serving

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium skillet, combine 1 tablespoon of the sugar with 1 tablespoon of water and cook just until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Add the almonds and toss to coat.
  3. Spread the almonds on the prepared sheet and bake for 10 minutes, until tacky and just beginning to brown.
  4. Sprinkle with salt, stir and bake for about 10 minutes longer, stirring once or twice, until golden.
  5. Let cool completely.
  6. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar with the cocoa powder, brown sugar and a pinch of salt.
  7. Add the corn syrup and the cream and whisk until smooth. Bring to a boil over high heat for 30 seconds.
  8. Remove from the heat and whisk in the chocolate chips and butter until melted. Stir in the vanilla.
  9. Scoop vanilla and chocolate ice cream into banana boats and lay the halved bananas alongside. Top with hot fudge sauce, whipped cream and candied almonds and serve right away.

Nutrition Facts

Calories195kcal
Protein5.98%
Fat48.93%
Carbs45.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.63
Glycemic Load
8.62
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.9460869846137%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.08mg
Catechin
2.15mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
1.43mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:195.39kcal
9.77%
Fat:11.18g
17.2%
Saturated Fat:6.55g
40.93%
Carbohydrates:23.19g
7.73%
Net Carbohydrates:21.29g
7.74%
Sugar:17.24g
19.15%
Cholesterol:25.3mg
8.43%
Sodium:226.69mg
9.86%
Alcohol:0.02g
100%
Alcohol %:0.03%
100%
Protein:3.07g
6.15%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.14%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.52%
Magnesium:31.31mg
7.83%
Fiber:1.9g
7.59%
Phosphorus:75.49mg
7.55%
Vitamin E:1.1mg
7.33%
Potassium:255.9mg
7.31%
Calcium:71.7mg
7.17%
Copper:0.13mg
6.66%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.66%
Vitamin A:318.33IU
6.37%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.82%
Iron:0.66mg
3.67%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.56%
Folate:13.49µg
3.37%
Vitamin C:2.63mg
3.19%
Selenium:1.88µg
2.69%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.48%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.25%
Vitamin B3:0.44mg
2.18%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%
Source:My Recipes