Healthy banana split

This healthy banana split is a fun and nourishing twist on the classic dessert—no ice cream needed! Creamy yoghurt, chewy dried fruit, crunchy nuts, and a drizzle of nut butter and molasses make it a delicious and wholesome snack or breakfast option. Ready in under 10 minutes, and perfect to make with the kids!

This banana split earns a Nutri-Score of A thanks to the natural sweetness of fruit, protein-rich yoghurt, and heart-healthy fats from nuts and seeds. It’s a dessert you’ll feel good about enjoying anytime.

Ingredients

• 1 medium ripe banana, peeled and sliced lengthways
• 100g/3½oz full-fat Greek-style yoghurt
• 2 dried figs, roughly chopped
• 1 Palestinian Medjool date, pitted and chopped
• 1 tbsp peanuts
• 1 tbsp pecan nuts
• 1 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds
• 1 tbsp date molasses (or 1 tsp honey)
• 1 tbsp runny nut butter (cashew, almond, or peanut)
• Few curls dark chocolate (optional)

Method

1. Arrange the sliced banana on a serving plate, flat side facing up.
2. Add a generous scoop of Greek-style yoghurt in the centre between the banana halves.
3. Sprinkle the chopped figs, dates, peanuts, pecans, and pumpkin seeds evenly over the yoghurt and banana.
4. Drizzle over the date molasses (or honey) and nut butter.
5. If using, finish with a few curls of dark chocolate for a hint of indulgence.

Nutri-score Health Check

Why it gets an A

• Natural sugars from fruit = no refined sweeteners
• Healthy fats from nuts and seeds support brain and heart health
• Greek yoghurt offers probiotics and protein

Tips to Make It Even Healthier

• Use unsweetened yoghurt to reduce added sugar
• Opt for raw, unsalted nuts
• Skip the chocolate curls if you’re watching calories—but a little won’t hurt!

This is one of those rare desserts that feels indulgent but is packed with goodness. Ideal for breakfast, a school snack, or a quick dessert after dinner.

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