A Breakfast Banana Split is exactly what you need to help you wake up in the morning. With your favorite yogurt, ripe banana, and delicious toppings like granola and fresh berries, your morning is going to be sweet!
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I love waking my kids up in the morning and treating them to banana splits. Well, okay- half of that is true. I love making their banana splits, but I do enjoy the mornings when they sleep in, as any tired momma would.
These yogurt banana splits are great because they're so versatile and easy to throw together. With sliced bananas and their favorite yogurt, I can get them excited to eat something healthier than cereal (and with less effort than a full-course meal).
For more breakfast options, make sure to check out my Egg White French Toast, Strawberry Banana Orange Smoothie, and Watermelon Smoothie Bowl
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💛 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- They're easy to make. Split a banana in half and add everything to a bowl. This recipe is perfect for an easy breakfast option when you don't feel like cooking or doing too much prep work.
- They're customizable. Use your favorite fruits, yogurt, and granola toppings. This recipe can be customized however you want. We have yet to find a combination that wasn't enjoyed.
- They're fun! Who wouldn't want to wake up to a banana split for breakfast? Kids (and adults) love them! Make the day more fun by serving up Ice Cream Nachos for dessert later.
🛒 Ingredients
Bananas. Use ripe bananas for the best flavor. If you have extras, try Banana Playdough.
Yogurt. Any yogurt works, including Greek yogurt for added protein. Our Instant Pot Yogurt is a great option.
Fresh berries. Seasonal berries add color and freshness and are usually the most budget friendly.
Granola (optional). Adds crunch and extra flavor. Sourdough Granola works especially well here.
See the recipe card below for full ingredients and instructions.
💰 Budget-Friendly Tips
Use ripe bananas. Bananas are usually inexpensive, and slightly ripe ones are often marked down.
Buy yogurt in larger tubs. Family-size containers typically cost less per serving than single cups.
Use what you already have. Any yogurt flavor, nuts, or granola you have on hand will work well.
Go light on toppings. A small amount of granola or nuts adds texture without increasing cost.
🥄 Instructions for Breakfast Banana Split
Step 1: Peel a ripe banana and slice it vertically down the middle with a butter knife.
Step 2: Place the two halves in a bowl and then scoop your favorite yogurt and place it between the two halves.
Step 3: Top with fresh berries, nuts, and granola as desired.
Serve and enjoy.
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
Yogurt choices. Any yogurt works for banana splits, from honey Greek to fruit flavored options like blackberry. Greek, low fat, or even frozen yogurt can turn it into more of a dessert.
❄️ Storage and Make Ahead
Storage: This Breakfast Banana Split recipe is best enjoyed fresh and is not ideal for long-term storage once assembled.
Make Ahead: Slice toppings and portion yogurt in advance, then assemble just before serving to keep the bananas from browning.
🥗 Side Dishes or Pairing Ideas
This breakfast banana split pairs well with toast, muffins, hard-boiled eggs, or a smoothie for a quick and balanced morning meal.
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❓ Breakfast Banana Split FAQs
Absolutely! Protein from yogurt and potassium from bananas come together to create a satisfying breakfast option. Greek yogurt is also a great choice for a delicious morning meal.
The name comes from the ice cream dessert where scoops of different flavored ice cream were served between two halves of a split banana. These yogurt banana splits have different yogurt flavors between a split banana, keeping the namesake alive (but better).
You can serve yours with different flavored granola, fresh berries like raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, or any number of other tasty toppings. It helps to think of what you like in a yogurt parfait and then work from that.
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📖 Recipe
Breakfast Banana Split
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas - ($0.50)
- 2 cups yogurt, any flavor - ($1.28)
Optional Add Ins
- Blueberries
- Whole almonds
- Granola
Instructions
- Prep the bananas. Peel the bananas and slice each one lengthwise down the center.
- Assemble. Place banana halves in a bowl and spoon yogurt between the halves.
- Add toppings. Top with berries, nuts, and granola as desired.
- Serve. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Yogurt choice: Any yogurt works well, including Greek, low fat, flavored, or even frozen yogurt for a dessert style version.
- Flavor pairing: Choose yogurt flavors you already enjoy with bananas for the best results.
- Toppings: Think yogurt parfait. Fresh berries, different granolas, nuts, or seeds all work well.
Nutritional Information
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