Patriotic Banana Split 
Ingredients:
1 large banana, split lengthwise
1 scoop each of vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate ice cream
Strawberry sauce
Chocolate syrup
Whipped cream
Sprinkles (preferably red, white, and blue)
Fresh strawberries, for garnish
1 American flag toothpick, for decoration
Instructions:
Prepare the Banana:
Peel the banana and split it lengthwise. Carefully place it in a long dish or banana split bowl.
Add the Ice Cream:
Place a scoop of vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate ice cream in a row between the split banana halves.
Drizzle the Sauces:
Drizzle strawberry sauce over the strawberry ice cream and chocolate syrup over the chocolate ice cream. You can add some syrup over the vanilla ice cream as well, or choose a different flavor like caramel.
Add Toppings:
Generously apply whipped cream on top of the ice cream scoops. Sprinkle with red, white, and blue sprinkles for a patriotic touch.
Garnish:
Place fresh strawberries on top of the whipped cream and insert an American flag toothpick as a festive decoration.
Serve Immediately:
Serve the banana split immediately to enjoy the ice cream at its best consistency.
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Calories: Approximately 500-600 calories per serving
This festive banana split is perfect for celebrating American holidays like the Fourth of July or Memorial Day, offering a delightful mix of flavors and a patriotic flair!
