Chocolate-Almond Banana Splits Recipe

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When your kids just can’t wait to dig into something sweet, put together these speedy banana splits. Experiment with various flavors of ice cream.—Candy McMenamin, Lexington, SC

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Chocolate-Almond Banana Splits Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Yield: 2 Servings

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Ingredients

2 milk chocolate candy bars with almonds (1.45 ounces each), chopped
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
2 medium bananas
1 cup chocolate ice cream
2 tablespoons chopped almonds, toasted

Directions

In a microwave, melt candy bars with cream. Stir until blended; keep warm.
Halve bananas lengthwise; arrange in two dessert dishes. Add ice cream; drizzle with warm chocolate sauce. Sprinkle with almonds. Yield: 2 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving equals 579 calories, 33 g fat (16 g saturated fat), 57 mg cholesterol, 89 mg sodium, 70 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber, 10 g protein.

Originally published as Chocolate-Almond Banana Splits in Country Woman February/March 2010, p39

How to Toast Nuts

Toasting nuts before using them in a recipe intensifies their flavor. Spread the nuts on a baking sheet and bake at 350° for 5 to 10 minutes or until lightly toasted. Be sure to watch them carefully so they don't burn.