Make Banana Split Bites
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Make banana split bites by slicing bananas with adult help, adding small scoops of ice cream or yogurt, then topping with chocolate and sprinkles.

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What you need
Adult supervision required, banana, chocolate sauce or mini chocolate chips, cutting board, knife for adult use, plate or mini cupcake liners, small ice cream or yogurt, spoon or melon baller, sprinkles

Step 1

Wash your hands with soap and water to make sure your snack is clean.

Step 2

Put all the materials on the counter where you will work so everything is ready.

Step 3

Peel the banana by pulling the peel down and away from the fruit.

Step 4

Ask an adult to slice the banana into round pieces about 1/2 inch thick on the cutting board.

Step 5

Arrange the banana slices on the plate or put each slice into a mini cupcake liner.

Step 6

Use a spoon or melon baller to place a small scoop of ice cream or yogurt on top of each banana slice.

Step 7

Drizzle chocolate sauce or sprinkle a few mini chocolate chips on each ice cream or yogurt scoop.

Step 8

Sprinkle colorful sprinkles on each bite to make them fun and pretty.

Step 9

If you want firmer bites wait for a minute or put the plate in the freezer for 10 minutes to set them.

Step 10

Share your finished Banana Split Bites on DIY.org.

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Help!?

What can we use if we don't have mini cupcake liners or chocolate sauce?

If you don't have mini cupcake liners use small squares of parchment or cut paper cups and for the chocolate sauce melt a few mini chocolate chips or stir cocoa powder with a little warm water to drizzle over the ice cream or yogurt.

The ice cream is melting or the scoop slips off the banana—what should we do?

Work on a chilled plate, press each scoop gently onto the banana slice after using a chilled spoon or melon baller, and follow the instruction to put the plate in the freezer for 10 minutes if bites need to set.

How can we change the activity for younger or older kids?

For preschoolers have an adult do the 1/2 inch slicing and pre-scoop the ice cream or use yogurt while letting them add sprinkles, and for older kids let them slice with supervision, use the melon baller themselves, and try creative arrangements before sharing on DIY.org.

Any ideas to make the bites more special or different?

Personalize the Banana Split Bites by spreading a thin layer of peanut butter or Nutella on the banana before adding ice cream, swapping sprinkles for chopped nuts or shredded coconut, or creating themed patterns and then photograph them to post on DIY.org.

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Facts about food preparation for kids

🔪 Always have an adult help when slicing bananas so everyone stays safe in the kitchen.

🍌 Bananas are botanically berries — surprise! they're related to lilies and orchids.

🍫 Chocolate melts just below body temperature, which is why it melts in your mouth (and on warm fingers).

🎉 In some parts of the U.S., sprinkles are playfully called "jimmies" — tasty and fun to sprinkle on treats!

🍨 The banana split was invented in 1904 by soda-fountain apprentice David "Doc" Strickler in Latrobe, Pennsylvania.

How do I make banana split bites with my child?

Start by washing hands and setting up a clean workspace. Have an adult slice bananas into rounds or lengthwise halves on a cutting board. Place banana pieces on a plate or baking sheet. Let the child add small scoops of ice cream or yogurt on each banana slice, then drizzle chocolate sauce and sprinkle decorations. Serve immediately or freeze briefly for firmer bites. Keep scissors, scoops, and toppings within easy reach for the child to assemble.

What materials and ingredients do I need to make banana split bites?

You’ll need ripe bananas, small scoops of ice cream or yogurt, chocolate sauce or melted chocolate, and sprinkles. Optional toppings: chopped nuts, chopped fruit, mini chocolate chips, or cherries. Supplies: cutting board, adult knife for slicing, small spoon or ice cream scoop, plates or a baking sheet, napkins, and bowls for toppings. Consider allergy-friendly toppings and a freezer-safe tray if you want to chill or set the bites.

What ages are banana split bites suitable for and how much adult supervision is needed?

This activity works well for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5) with adult supervision, and is great for older kids (6+) who can help more independently. An adult should always handle the knife and any hot or hard ingredients; children can scoop, drizzle, and decorate. For children under 3, watch for choking hazards like whole nuts or large fruit pieces and avoid those toppings.

What are safe tips and tasty variations for banana split bites?

Safety: always have an adult slice bananas and supervise toppings like nuts. Use soft toppings and cut cherries in half for younger kids. Healthy variations: swap ice cream for Greek yogurt or frozen yogurt, use dark chocolate or nut butter drizzles, and add berries. Make it allergy-friendly by avoiding nuts and using seed butter. For a fun twist, freeze bites on a tray for 30–60 minutes to make them firmer and easier for little hands to eat.
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