Baby Banana Splits
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 T. whole milk
1 ripe but firm banana
1 1/3 C. slow churned lite ice cream (4 small scoops)
8 strawberries
1/2 C. chopped pineapple, fresh or canned in juice, drained
whipped cream (aerosol)
2 T. roasted unsalted peanuts, chopped
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In a small microwaveable dish, combine the chocolate and milk. Microwave for 30 seconds, or until hot. Stir until smooth. Set aside. Cut the banana in half through the middle. Slice each half lengthwise into 4 slices. Set out 4 shallow dessert dishes. Place a scoop of ice cream in each dish. Put a banana slice on the sides of each scoop. Top with strawberries and pineapple. Drizzle on the reserved chocolate sauce. Top with a spritz (about 1 T.) of whipped cream. Sprinkle on the peanuts. Serve right away.
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Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Fat: 12g
Fiber: 4g