Banana Split Bites with Joyfully Grown™ Sweet Red Cherries

A festive Fourth of July treat celebrating America’s 250th birthday!

These Banana Split S’mores Bites are a fun, nostalgic dessert that combines all the flavors of a classic banana split with the toasty magic of a campfire s’more. Fresh banana pieces are dipped in chocolate, coated with colorful sprinkles, topped with fluffy toasted marshmallow, and finished with a vibrant Joyfully Grown Sweet Red Cherry. The cherries are the star of this patriotic treat, adding a burst of juicy sweetness and a bright pop of red that makes these bites perfect for Fourth of July celebrations, backyard barbecues, and America’ 250th birthday festivities.

 

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Freeze Time: 20–30 minutes
Servings: 12 bites

Ingredients

 4 ripe but firm bananas
 1 cup chocolate melting wafers
 ½ cup red, white, and blue sprinkles
 1 cup Jet-Puffed Marshmallow Creme
 12 Joyfully Grown Sweet Red Cherries
 Wax paper

 

Instructions

  1.  Cut each banana into thirds to create 12 bite-sized pieces.
  2.  Melt the chocolate wafers according to package directions until smooth.
  3.  Dip each banana piece into the melted chocolate, coating the lower half.

4. Immediately roll or sprinkle the chocolate-coated bananas with the sprinkles.
5. Place the coated bananas on a wax paper-lined tray and freeze for 20–30 minutes, or
until the chocolate is fully set.
6. Transfer the Jet-Puffed Marshmallow Creme to a piping bag.
7. Pipe a generous swirl of marshmallow creme onto each frozen banana bite.

8. Top each marshmallow swirl with a Joyfully Grown Sweet Red Cherry.

9. Using a kitchen torch, carefully toast the marshmallow until golden brown.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Tips
 Freeze the banana bites until just before serving to help them hold their shape.
 For the most festive presentation, use red, white, and blue sprinkles.
 The contrast between the toasted marshmallow, rich chocolate, sweet banana, and
fresh cherry makes every bite taste like summer.
 These are best enjoyed immediately after torching the marshmallow.

These patriotic Banana Split S’mores Bites are a playful way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. The red cherries, white marshmallow, and colorful sprinkles create a festive presentation, while the fresh Joyfully Grown Sweet Red Cherries bring natural sweetness and a beautiful finishing touch to every bite.

Recipe by: Valerie Musser of @whosagoodlizard