Banana Split Mini Bites
Banana Split Bites ~ A classic ice cream dessert gets mini for some bite size fun. And yes, there is actually a tiny scoop of ice cream tucked inside and underneath the whip cream of those little darlings.
Banana Split Mini Bites
For once I made something mini for portion control and not just for the cute factor. My little guy had some friends over the other day and of course with a mom who is a baker, the expectation is dessert will not only be good but it will be fun. And I was asked, by friend Caroline, not to let her boys eat too much dessert.
Keeping all things in mind what I served is what you see here. It was a hit!
Here’s what wasn’t a hit and what I learned.
- Impromptu play dates with four kid’s ages 3-5 year olds after a full work day –not a good idea.
- Know in advance what other kids will and won’t eat. Hungry kids are cranky kids and some cranky kids bite; so no that is not a new tattoo I’m sporting on my arm.
Luckily, dessert made all things right. The banana split mini bites were fun and having two each seemed to be just enough for each kid.
No recipe just a few notes:
- Use firm bananas and cut into 1 inch sections. Leave the peel on for easy handling, and with a melon baller, dig a well in the middle of each banana section.
- Melt chocolate in the microwave and dip the bottom portion of the banana in chocolate and then dip it once again in either non-pareils or chopped peanuts. To quickly harden the chocolate, place dipped bananas in the freezer for five minutes.
- Fill each well with ice cream (I filled mine with vanilla chocolate chip) and top with whip cream and a maraschino cherry.
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Most beautiful banana split ever!
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Oh, now this is just TOO cute!!
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These are amazing!!
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Beyond cute! I want to make these with my 5-year-old.
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These look so great!!
I LOVE banana splits. I always buy one with good intentions…then I eat about 4 bites and I’m through.
Sigh…I know…I am a banana split loser face.
These, though–I could totally handle.
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Oh, I love these!!! These will be an absolute hit in our house. We made some frozen, dipped banana pops earlier in the week that were good, but these are even better. Nicely done!
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These are seriously cute. What a great idea for a simple treat made special :).
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They look super delish and love that they are so easy to make.
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Oh my gosh, did someone really bite you??? No more banana splits for him! LOL Seriously cute dessert. I was totally taken with the first photo, then I’m scrolling down and see you actually hollowed them out to fill with ice cream. You are too much. Just awesome.
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Naomi replied: — October 4th, 2010 @ 7:59 pm
Hi Michelle,
Yes, I have a nice multi-color bruise from the bite. He’s going through a biting stage. Luckily, he is an otherwise adorable little boy and his mom and I are good friends, so I quickly forgave the assaulter. :)
Naomi
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Cuteness overload! You’re so good at this whole miniature dessert thing :)
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Cute idea! I might even freeze the bananas so the chocolate hardens quicker.
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These are the cutest things I have ever seen!
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Oh my gosh, these are SO adorable! I don’t think I’d be able to stop eating these, haha.
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That’s jst too cute! … love the 100′s & 1000′s!!
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Very cute, Naomi! You’re so very creative. :)
~ingrid
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These are so adorable!! I’m definitely going to make these soon! Thanks for sharing!
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So pretty!!
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this is genius! who’d think to do banana splits bite sized?! love this. all i need to go with this is a tablespoon of vanilla ice cream. x
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I love the peanut suggestion for the bottom, and I think the use of nuts rather than sprinkles would actually make them chic little desserts for a more adult soiree.
Gorgeous, as usual.
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Naomi, You are still one of my favorites! You’re so talented and creative. Love this (=
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This is such a brilliant idea!!!
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Naomi, these are so cute! I have to keep this in mind for my kiddo.
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Its looks delicious, i really wanna to taste it ASAP.
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AND the best part is this is HEALTHY because it has BANANAS. Haha not sure how well that logic works when it comes to other moms. I personally believe these are the cutest things ever!
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This is such a clever idea, Naomi-our creativity floors me every time! :)
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Gah, sorry I meant your creativity. I certainly need tons of help in that department :lol:
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Almost makes me wish I had young children. Well, not quite, but these ARE adorable!
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Adorable! I am going to make these for my daughter using So Delicious coconut milk ice cream and Soyatoo whipped topping!
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These look incredible. I’d fill mine with dulce de leche ice cream.
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These are beyond adorable! I love love love this idea!
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Thanks for this fantastic tutorial!
You`r work is beautiful!!
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These are so cute, Naomi.
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Absolutely genius idea! I’m sharing it on my Facebook Fan Page… feel free to stop by and say hi! (facebook.com/foodslove)
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These are amazing!!
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That is just plain genius. I can’t wait to try this with my kids.
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Wow…yummy!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Wow!! Stunning and simple! Love it!
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This is so simple! I love it! I’ve MUST make this soon!
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lovely i want to make them form my sons 4th bday party next month.i am only wondering if the banana turns a bit black.how long can they be on the table for?
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Pretty! This was a really wonderful article. Thanks for
providing this info.
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