Chocolate Banana Christmas Dessert
This is a festive dessert that combines classic flavors with a holiday twist. The gingerbread cookie base, chocolate and banana layers, and spiced whipped cream topping create a delightful treat for any Christmas celebration.
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Ingredients:
For the Festive Base Mixture
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Crushed Gingerbread Cookies | 4 cups |
| Finely Chopped Walnuts | 1¾ cups |
| Unsalted Butter, Melted | 1 cup (2 sticks) |
For Adding Holiday Flavors
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Granulated Sugar | 1 cup |
| Cranberry or Apple Juice | ½ cup |
| Ground Cinnamon | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground Nutmeg | ½ teaspoon |
For the Chocolate Layer
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips | 1 cup (6 ounces) |
| White Chocolate Chips (Optional) | ⅓ cup |
For the Banana Layer
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Bananas | 5 |
| Lemon Juice | 1 lemon |
For the Spiced Whipped Cream Topping
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Heavy Whipping Cream | 2 cups |
| Powdered Sugar | 2 tablespoons |
| Pure Vanilla Extract | 1 teaspoon |
Instructions:
- Prepare the Base: Combine crushed cookies, walnuts, and melted butter. Mix well.
- Add Holiday Flavors: Stir in sugar, juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Divide the Mixture: Divide the mixture into two halves.
- Infuse with Chocolate: Melt chocolate chips and mix into one half.
- Layer the Dessert: Press the chocolate mixture into a 9-inch springform pan. Arrange bananas on top. Spread the remaining mixture over the bananas.
- Whip the Cream: Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble and Chill: Spread whipped cream over the dessert. Chill for at least 2 hours.
- Decorate and Serve: Decorate with sprinkles or other toppings. Slice and serve chilled.
