Banana Split Ice Cream Cake

Banana Split Ice Cream Cake

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup melted butter

For the Ice Cream Layers:

• 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
• 1 quart strawberry ice cream, softened
• 1 quart chocolate ice cream, softened

For the Toppings:

• 2 bananas, sliced
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• Chocolate syrup
• Caramel syrup
• Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   • In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are fully coated.
   • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
   • Freeze for at least 30 minutes to set.
2. Assemble the Ice Cream Layers:
   • Spread the softened vanilla ice cream over the crust in an even layer. Freeze for 30 minutes.
   • Spread the softened strawberry ice cream over the vanilla layer. Freeze for another 30 minutes.
   • Spread the softened chocolate ice cream over the strawberry layer. Freeze until firm, at least 2 hours.
3. Add the Toppings:
   • Once the ice cream cake is firm, remove it from the springform pan and place it on a serving platter.
   • Arrange the sliced bananas and strawberries on top of the ice cream cake.
   • Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
   • Drizzle generously with chocolate syrup and caramel syrup.
   • Optionally, add dollops of whipped cream around the edges or on top for extra decoration.
4. Serve:
   • Slice and serve immediately, or keep in the freezer until ready to serve.

Enjoy your delicious and visually stunning banana split ice cream cake!