Caramelized Banana Splits with Hot Chocolate Sauce

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Indulge in the ultimate dessert decadence with these Caramelized Banana Splits with Hot Chocolate Sauce—an irresistible twist on the classic banana split! Perfectly caramelized bananas, browned to golden perfection in a buttery brown sugar glaze, are paired with velvety vanilla ice cream and a luscious homemade hot chocolate sauce. The rich, silky sauce, crafted from semi-sweet chocolate and warm cream, takes this treat to a whole new level of indulgence. For the finishing touch, add whipped cream, a sprinkle of chopped nuts, and a cheerful maraschino cherry. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is an ideal option for impressing guests or treating yourself to a sophisticated yet nostalgic dessert. Perfect for lovers of classic sundaes and caramelized fruit desserts alike!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 4 pieces Bananas
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 8 scoops Vanilla ice cream
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 4 pieces Maraschino cherries

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Peel the bananas and slice each in half lengthwise.

2. In a large non-stick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

3. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly into the skillet and stir until it begins to melt and combine with the butter to form a caramel-like consistency, about 1-2 minutes.

4. Add the banana slices to the skillet, cut side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bananas are golden brown and caramelized. Carefully flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

5. To make the hot chocolate sauce, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.

6. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Stir until the chocolate chips are completely melted and the sauce is smooth.

7. To assemble each banana split, place two caramelized banana halves in a serving dish.

8. Add two scoops of vanilla ice cream between the banana slices.

9. Drizzle generously with the hot chocolate sauce.

10. Sprinkle with chopped nuts, if using, and top with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.

11. Serve immediately and enjoy your caramelized banana split!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (419.2g)

Calories		1054
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		67.5 g	87%
	Saturated Fat	37.7 g	189%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		161 mg	54%
Sodium		131 mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate		101.9 g	37%
	Dietary Fiber	7.1 g	25%
	Total Sugars	74.6 g
Protein		10.9 g	22%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		183 mg	14%
Iron		2.1 mg	12%
Potassium		793 mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2437 cal (57.4%%)

Protein: 175 cal (4.1%%)

Carbs: 1631 cal (38.4%%)