Banana Split Bars
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of a classic dessert with these irresistible Banana Split Bars! Perfectly blending the flavors of a timeless banana split, this easy-to-make recipe features a moist banana-infused base topped with sweet strawberry preserves, rich chocolate chips, and a cloud of homemade whipped cream. Finished with a sprinkle of optional chopped nuts and a signature maraschino cherry on top, these dessert bars are a delightful mix of textures and flavors in every bite. Ready in under an hour and serving up to 16, they’re perfect for potlucks, parties, or a whimsical weeknight treat. Satisfy your sweet tooth with this no-fuss dessert that’s brimming with fruity sweetness and creamy indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter
- 1.0 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cup Strawberry preserves
- 1.25 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
- 16 pieces Maraschino cherries
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the mashed bananas gently until evenly distributed.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the dish from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
Once the base has cooled, spread the strawberry preserves evenly over the top.
Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the preserves, pressing them gently into the surface.
In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chocolate and preserves layer.
Optional: Sprinkle chopped nuts over the whipped cream layer for extra crunch.
Cut the bars into 16 pieces. Top each bar with a maraschino cherry before serving.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.9 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 115 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 186 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
