🍌🍓 Fresh Berry Banana Split (Light & Crunchy)
A wholesome twist on the classic banana split—sweet, creamy, fruity, and crunchy.
⏱ Time
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Prep: 10 minutes
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Cook: 0 minutes
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Total: 10 minutes
🍽 Servings
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Serves 4
🛒 Ingredients
Base
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4 ripe bananas, peeled and split lengthwise
Toppings
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½ cup blueberries
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½ cup blackberries
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½ cup raspberries
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½ cup vanilla yogurt or Greek yogurt
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¼ cup granola
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2 tbsp sliced almonds, lightly toasted
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2 tbsp shredded coconut (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
Optional Extras
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Honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
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Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
🧑🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the Bananas
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Slice each banana lengthwise.
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Place two halves in a shallow dish or banana split boat.
2. Add the Creamy Layer
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Spoon yogurt down the center between the banana halves.
3. Add Fruit
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Scatter blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries evenly over the yogurt.
4. Add Crunch
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Sprinkle granola, sliced almonds, and coconut on top.
5. Finish
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Drizzle lightly with honey or maple syrup if desired.
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Garnish with mint leaves.
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Serve immediately.
❓ Q & A (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Is this a dessert or breakfast?
A: Both! It works as:
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A light dessert
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A fun breakfast
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A brunch or snack option
Q: Can I use frozen berries?
A: Yes. Thaw them first and drain excess liquid so the split doesn’t get soggy.
Q: What yogurt works best?
A:
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Greek yogurt: thicker, more filling
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Regular yogurt: lighter and creamier
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Plant-based yogurt: works great for dairy-free
Q: Can I make it sweeter without syrup?
A: Yes—use:
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Extra ripe bananas
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Sweetened granola
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Vanilla-flavored yogurt
Q: How do I make it more filling?
A: Add:
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Nut butter drizzle (peanut or almond)
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Extra granola
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Chia seeds or flaxseed
Q: Can I prep this ahead of time?
A: It’s best fresh. You can prep toppings ahead, but slice bananas right before serving to avoid browning.
Q: What substitutions work well?
A:
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Fruit: strawberries, mango, kiwi
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Crunch: walnuts, pecans, cacao nibs
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Creamy base: cottage cheese or whipped ricotta
Q: Is this kid-friendly?
A: Absolutely—no cooking, customizable, and fun to assemble.
Q: How can I make it more like a classic banana split?
A: Add:
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Chocolate drizzle
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Whipped cream
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Chopped nuts
Still lighter, but more indulgent 🍫🍌