Banana Splits

 This is perfect for summer or anytime.

I’ve used sliced strawberries, but you can use with berries you like.

4 bananas

1 c. each: chopped strawberries, chopped fresh pineapple

3/4 c. chopped nuts
4 - 6  T. Chocolate sauce
Low fat whipped cream
2 - 3 c. Ice cream 

Rinse, remove stems from strawberries. 

Cut strawberries into slices and place in a small clean bowl, set aside.

Open up a small can of pineapple, drain liquid, set aside.

Open up a jar of your favorite crushed nuts, set aside.

Peel bananas. Slice bananas in half lengthwise.

Place bananas in 4 clean dessert dishes. 

Arrange 2 scoops of your favorite ice cream over bananas.

Top banana splits with your favorite toppings.

Serves 4.

Easy Affogato

Need a quick an easy dessert for a get together, try this.

I’ve use sugar-free ice cream but you can use what ice cream you like.

I’ve also use instant espresso powder to make the espresso, but you can use strong coffee if desired instead.

1 - 1 1/2 c. ice cream

1 c. cold water

1 - 2 tsp. espresso powder

Place espresso powder in the bottom of a microwave safe cup, add cold water and microwave for 1 - 1 1/2 min.

Place 1 - 2 scoops of ice cream in 4 clean dessert dishes.

Remove cup from microwave carefully.

To serve:

Spoon coffee over ice cream.

Serves 4.