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Banana Split Cups

Delightful Banana Split Cups: A Fun, No-Bake Dessert!

Enjoy these delightful Banana Split Cups, a fun and customizable no-bake dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 ripe bananas Choose firm, yellow bananas for best results.
  • 1 cup vanilla ice cream Can be swapped with chocolate or strawberry flavors.
Fruit Layer
  • 1 cup strawberries Use fresh, hulled strawberries.
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks Both fresh and canned are acceptable.
Topping
  • 1 cup chocolate syrup Warm slightly for easier pouring.
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts/pecans) Substitute with seeds for nut-free version.
  • 1 cup whipped cream Use homemade or store-bought.
  • 4 maraschino cherries Optional garnish for a classic touch.

Equipment

  • serving cups
  • ice cream scoop
  • microwave

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by peeling and slicing two ripe bananas into 1/4-inch rounds. Layer these banana slices neatly at the bottom of individual cups.
  2. Scoop two generous portions of creamy vanilla ice cream on top of the banana layer in each cup.
  3. Evenly distribute fresh strawberry slices and pineapple chunks over the ice cream layer.
  4. Warm chocolate syrup slightly in the microwave until it's pourable and drizzle the syrup over the fruits.
  5. Sprinkle a handful of chopped nuts over the syrup layer for added crunch.
  6. Finish each cup with a generous dollop of whipped cream on top and crown with a maraschino cherry.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble banana split cups close to serving time to avoid sogginess. Customize flavors with different fruits and toppings as desired.

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