Best 6 Low Calorie Banana Split Dessert Recipes

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For those seeking a delectable yet health-conscious dessert option, look no further than the low-calorie banana split. This classic treat features layers of banana, ice cream, and toppings, all served up in a fun and inviting manner. With a few simple swaps and clever substitutions, you can enjoy this timeless treat without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction. Join us as we explore the wonderful world of low-calorie banana splits, where taste and well-being harmoniously coexist.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BANANA SPLIT DESSERT



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This Banana Split Dessert is made with a sweet graham cracker crust and layers of all of your favorite banana split flavors in an easy no bake recipe. Perfectly creamy and delicious!

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs ((about 2 ½ packets))
¾ cup salted butter (melted)
¼ cup light brown sugar
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
12 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1 cup crushed pineapples (well drained)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 to 3 bananas (sliced)
4 cups whipped topping (about an 8 ounce container)
chocolate syrup
1/3 cup pecans (finely chopped)
12 to 16 maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Prepare a 9x13 baking dish by lightly spraying it with cooking spray and then setting it aside.
  • Stir the graham cracker crumbs, melted salted butter and light brown sugar in a large bowl until combined.
  • Press mixture into the bottom of the baking dish to create a crust. Refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes while preparing the filling.
  • Combine cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk in a large bowl. Using a mixer, beat together for 1 to 2 minutes or until light and fluffy and no lumps remain.
  • Beat in the crushed pineapple and lemon juice.
  • Pour mixture over graham cracker crust and spread it evenly.
  • Add a layer of sliced bananas on top. Spread whipped topping over banana layer. Chill until ready to serve.
  • Just prior to serving, drizzle chocolate syrup over the entire dish and then sprinkle chopped pecans. Top it off with maraschino cherries and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 277 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 30 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BANANA SPLIT DESSERT



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Make and share this Banana Split Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Recipe USA

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 , 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 2/3 cups sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3 ripe bananas
1/3 cup chocolate flavored syrup
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, drained
1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 (6 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained, and halved

Steps:

  • In a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan stir together graham cracker crumbs, 3 tablespoons of the sugar and butter. Press firmly into bottom of pan.
  • In large mixing bowl beat cream cheese and remaining sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Spread evenly over crumb crust.
  • Slice bananas and place on top of cheese mixture. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup.
  • Spoon drained pineapple over bananas. Spread Cool Whip over top. Sprinkle with pecans and cherries. Drizzle with remaining chocolate syrup.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.8, Fat 38.5, SaturatedFat 22.9, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 286.1, Carbohydrate 71.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 61.2, Protein 5.6

BANANA SPLIT DESSERT (4 POINTS * LOW FAT & LOW SUGAR)



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Here's a lower-fat and sugar version of the popular Banana Split Dessert. One serving has approx 194 calories and 6 grams of fat. That's about 4 weight watcher's points.

Provided by Pam-I-Am

Categories     Gelatin

Time 1h20m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups low fat graham cracker crumbs
5 tablespoons reduced fat margarine, melted
1 (12 ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk
1/4 cup nonfat milk, cold
2 (3 ounce) packages sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
4 medium bananas, sliced
1 (20 ounce) can unsweetened crushed canned pineapple, drained
8 ounces fat-free cool whip
3 tablespoons walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup chocolate syrup
10 maraschino cherries, quartered

Steps:

  • Combine cracker crumbs and margarine; press on the bottom of a 9 x 13 dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a bowl, combine the milks and the pudding mixes and whisk for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  • Spread pudding evenly over crust. Layer with bananas, drained pineapple and then whipped topping.
  • Sprinkle with nuts; drizzle with chocolate syrup and top with cherries.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Cut into 15 servings.

SKINNY BANANA PUDDING



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32% fewer calories • 87% less fat • 90% less sat fat than the original recipe. Go bananas with a made-over dessert favorite that won't pack on the pounds!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 8h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups fat-free (skim) milk
2 boxes (4-serving size each) French vanilla instant pudding and pie filling mix
4 containers (6 oz each) Yoplait® Original yogurt French vanilla
1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed
48 reduced-fat vanilla wafer cookies
6 small bananas, sliced
Additional banana slices for garnish, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat milk and pudding mix with electric mixer on low speed until well mixed; beat in yogurt. Fold in whipped topping.
  • Place 24 vanilla wafers in a single layer in ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon half of the pudding mixture over wafers. Place 6 sliced bananas over pudding mixture. Spoon remaining pudding mixture over bananas. Arrange remaining 24 vanilla wafers over top of pudding.
  • Cover; refrigerate at least 3 hours but no longer than 8 hours. Just before serving, garnish with additional banana slices.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g

GRAHAM CRACKER BANANA SPLIT DESSERT



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My father-in-law is diabetic, but this creamy pudding dessert is one treat he can eat. It has all the flavors of a true banana split. -Ann Jansen, Depere, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups reduced-fat graham cracker crumbs (about 10 whole crackers)
5 tablespoons reduced-fat margarine, melted
1 can (12 ounces) cold reduced-fat evaporated milk
3/4 cup cold fat-free milk
2 packages (1 ounce each) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
2 medium firm bananas,sliced
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
3 tablespoons chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
5 maraschino cherries, quartered

Steps:

  • Combine cracker crumbs and margarine; press into a 13-in. x 9-in. dish coated with cooking spray. , In a large bowl, whisk the evaporated milk, fat-free milk and pudding mixes for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). , Spread pudding evenly over crust. Layer with bananas, pineapple and whipped topping. Sprinkle with nuts; drizzle with chocolate syrup. Top with cherries. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BANANA SPLIT DELIGHT



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I have not been able to find a banana split dessert that did not call for eggs, but there was no baking required. That made me a little leary. This one is egg free and delicious.

Provided by linder

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup margarine, melted
¼ cup white sugar
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (20 ounce) can cherry pie filling
3 bananas, sliced
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
½ cup chopped pecans
¼ cup chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, margarine, and sugar in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Press cracker mixture into the baking dish with the back of a spoon to form a crust.
  • Stir pineapple, cherry pie filling, bananas, sweetened condensed milk, coconut, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until evenly mixed. Fold whipped topping into pineapple mixture and spread over cracker crush. Sprinkle with pecans and drizzle with ice cream topping. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.3 calories, Carbohydrate 75.4 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 245.7 mg, Sugar 46.3 g

Tips:

  • For a healthier version of the banana split, use frozen yogurt or light ice cream instead of regular ice cream.
  • To make the banana split even more decadent, drizzle it with chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, or whipped cream.
  • If you don't have any fresh berries, you can use frozen berries instead. Just thaw them before using.
  • To make the banana split more fun for kids, let them choose their own toppings.
  • If you're watching your weight, you can skip the whipped cream and chocolate syrup, or use a low-calorie version.

Conclusion:

The low-calorie banana split is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're craving a sweet treat, try this recipe. You won't be disappointed!

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