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How to Make Banana Split Truffles

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Denison chapter.

Banana splits are among some of the most popular summer treats. A boat of ice cream, sitting a top a split banana, layered with fudge, sprinkles, and topped with a cherry on top, it is an old-time favorite. This recipe gives you this diner favorite in the convenience of a truffle.

Gluten free and melt free (sorry ice cream lovers) this treat is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Banana Split Truffles

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time:1 hour 30 minutesCook time: minutesTotal time:1 hour 30 minutesServings:2 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

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    Blend 1/2 of a large banana until liquified.

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    Blend 2 cups of white chocolate chips into liquified banana until creamy.

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    Heat 1/3 cup of heavy cream on medium heat in a sauce pan. Remove once bubbles start forming on outside of pan, do not boil.

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    Add hot cream to banana and white chocolate mixture. Mix well and refrigerate for 1 hour.

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    Roll chilled ganache mix into 1 inch balls. Use powdered sugar on hands and surface to avoid sticking. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.

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    Microwave 12 oz of white chocolate melting chips until melted, stir periodically.

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    Dip chilled ganache balls into melted chocolate coating. Chill until chocolate is hardened.

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    Time to decorate Drip melted dark chocolate onto truffles to get “hot fudge” affect. Top off with sprinkles and a red candy.

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    Banana split time.

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