Blue Ginger Asian Banana Split
Indulge in a tropical twist on a classic dessert with this Blue Ginger Asian Banana Split—a vibrant fusion of flavors and textures that’s as stunning as it is delicious. This quick and easy recipe features ripe, sweet bananas cradling creamy scoops of vanilla bean and matcha green tea ice creams, creating a harmonious balance of earthy and sweet. Drizzled with luscious sweetened condensed coconut milk and melted dark chocolate, then topped with candied ginger, toasted sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, and toasted coconut flakes, each bite is a delightful adventure in Asian-inspired decadence. Perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings in just 15 minutes, this banana split is a show-stopping treat for any occasion. Garnish with fresh mint for a refreshing finish, and serve this elegant creation to impress friends and family alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole ripe bananas
- 3 scoops vanilla bean ice cream
- 3 scoops matcha green tea ice cream
- 3 tablespoons sweetened condensed coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons candied ginger
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (white and black mix)
- 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts
- 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate, melted
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice each one lengthwise into two halves. Arrange two halves per serving dish, curved outward to form a base for the toppings.
Place one scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and one scoop of matcha green tea ice cream between the banana slices in each dish.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of sweetened condensed coconut milk over the ice cream and bananas in each serving dish.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of candied ginger over the top of each banana split, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Add about 2 teaspoons each of toasted sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, and toasted coconut flakes over the bananas and ice cream.
Drizzle 2 teaspoons of melted dark chocolate over the toppings for a decadent finish.
Optionally, garnish each serving with 2 fresh mint leaves for a touch of color and freshness.
Serve immediately and enjoy the Asian-inspired flavors of this banana split!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.7 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.7 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.4 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 526 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2139 mg | 46% | |
*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.
