- Prepare the Milkshake Base:
- Peel and slice the bananas.
- In a blender, combine the bananas, vanilla ice cream, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. If you want a thicker shake, add more ice cream.
- Add Flavors:
- Gently swirl in the chocolate syrup, strawberry syrup, and pineapple juice or crushed pineapple. Don’t overblend; you want to keep the distinct swirls of each flavor.
- Serve:
- Pour the milkshake into tall glasses.
- Add Toppings:
- Top each milkshake with a generous amount of whipped cream.
- Drizzle with additional chocolate syrup, strawberry syrup, and pineapple chunks.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries and crushed nuts.
- Add sprinkles if desired.
- Enjoy:
- Serve immediately with a straw and a spoon for scooping up the whipped cream and toppings.
Tips
- Banana Ripeness: Use ripe bananas for the best flavor. Overripe bananas are sweeter and blend more easily.
- Creaminess: For extra creamy shakes, you can use a combination of whole milk and a splash of cream.
- Customizing Flavors: Feel free to adjust the amount of syrups to your taste or add other flavors like caramel or peanut butter.
- Frozen Bananas: For a thicker texture, freeze the bananas before blending.
These Ultimate Banana Split Milkshakes are a fun, indulgent treat that combines all the best parts of a classic banana split into a creamy, drinkable dessert. Perfect for a summer day or a special occasion!