Healthy Banana Split

Banana splits are an ice cream-based dessert. It is served on a long dish called a boat. This is a classic favorite with a twist that you can enjoy without the guilt. It’s a simple dessert that the whole family will enjoy, especially the kids.

It’s summer right now, so I keep on doing posts about beverages, desserts, and cold treats to beat the heat.

Last week, we had a little picnic by the lake, and it was hot in the park, so we indulged in this snack after the whole day, relaxing.

Ingredients

• 1 banana
• 1 tbs trail mix/granola
• 4 strawberries
• ¼ cup blueberries
• dairy-free coconut ice cream
• 2 tbs. semi sweet chocolate chips
• sugar-free chocolate syrup for drizzling
• cherries for garnishing

Directions

1.) Split the banana length-wise and lay the two halves in a shallow bowl

2.) Add in the fruit: strawberries and blueberries 

3.) Scoop out the ice cream and put it on top

4.) Add in all of the decorative ingredients: trail mix, chocolate chips, and sprinkles if you wish 

5.) Drizzle the sugar-free chocolate syrup 

6.) As a finishing touch, put cherries on top 

Enjoy, and keep cool in the heat! 

Strawberry Lemonade

“Love, laughter, and lots of ice –

the ingredients of a great summer.”

-From Kichenomics

It’s 4^th of July today, where we celebrate the independence of our country. Everyone is celebrating with a party or a barbecue and this is a great beverage to stay cool and drink while you watch the fireworks tonight. This drink is also the perfect color scheme for the holiday; which is red, white, and blue. 

Happy Independence Day!

What You Need:

• Fresh strawberries
• Fresh blueberries
• Simple syrup
• 1 lemon squeezed
• Pink Lemonade Vodka (optional)
• 4 cups lemonade
• Lemon lime soda

Directions:

1.) In a bowl, combine strawberries, blueberries, simple syrup, and lime juice to cover the fruit. Let it sit in the fridge for one hour before using.

2.) Start with putting ice in a pitcher. Then put the fruit and syrup mixture. Add lemonade and top off with soda.

3.) Garnish with sliced lemon and strawberry. Enjoy!

Note: How to Make Simple Syrup

1.  Mix 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar. Heat in a pan until the sugar melts, then put it in the fridge before using.