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Banana Split Milkshakes Recipe

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  • Author: Melanie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This classic Banana Split Milkshake recipe combines ripe bananas with creamy vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice creams to create a nostalgic, delicious treat reminiscent of an old-fashioned soda fountain favorite. Topped with whipped cream, maraschino cherries, chopped peanuts, and colorful sprinkles, this milkshake trio offers three distinct flavors in one delightful presentation, perfect for a refreshing dessert or snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Milkshake Base

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1/2 cup milk

Flavor Variations

  • 1/4 cup strawberry ice cream
  • 1/4 cup chocolate ice cream
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
  • 1 tablespoon strawberry syrup

Toppings

  • Whipped cream
  • Maraschino cherries
  • Chopped peanuts
  • Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Blend the base: In a blender, combine the ripe bananas, vanilla ice cream, and milk. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no banana chunks remain.
  2. Divide the mixture: Pour the blended vanilla banana shake evenly into three separate glasses, setting each up for its unique flavor addition.
  3. Add chocolate flavor: In the first glass, stir in the chocolate syrup or alternatively add a scoop of chocolate ice cream to create a rich chocolate banana milkshake.
  4. Add strawberry flavor: In the second glass, incorporate the strawberry syrup or a scoop of strawberry ice cream for a sweet strawberry banana combination.
  5. Original vanilla banana: Leave the third glass as is for a pure vanilla banana flavor experience.
  6. Top each shake: Generously garnish each milkshake with whipped cream, place a maraschino cherry on top, then sprinkle with chopped peanuts and colorful sprinkles to finish with classic banana split accents.
  7. Serve immediately: Present each milkshake with a straw and a long spoon to enjoy the creamy textures and layers right away, before the ice cream melts.

Notes

  • Swirl the flavored syrups directly into the glasses before serving if you prefer a marbled visual effect.
  • You can blend all three ice cream flavors together for a unified banana split milkshake taste.
  • Substitute dairy-free ice cream and milk to make this recipe vegan-friendly without losing creaminess.

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