Description

This no-bake Chocolate Banana Christmas Delight combines rich chocolate, sweet bananas, and festive spices to create a stunning dessert that’s perfect for the holiday season.

Ingredients

Base Mixture:

•4 cups crushed gingerbread cookies

•1¾ cups chopped walnuts

•1 cup melted unsalted butter

•1 cup granulated sugar

•½ cup cranberry or apple juice

•1 tsp ground cinnamon

•½ tsp ground nutmeg

•Chocolate Layer:

•1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

•Banana Layer:

•5 bananas, ends trimmed

•Juice of 1 lemon

•Whipped Cream Topping:

•2 cups cold heavy whipping cream

•2 tbsp powdered sugar

•1 tsp vanilla extract

•Red and green sprinkles (for decoration)

Instructions

Prepare Base: Mix crushed cookies, walnuts, and melted butter until combined.

2. Add Flavors: Stir in sugar, juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Divide mixture evenly.

3. Chocolate Layer: Melt chocolate chips and mix into one half of the base mixture.

4. Assemble Base: Press chocolate mixture into a lined 9-inch springform pan.

5. Add Bananas: Dip bananas in lemon juice and stand them upright on the base.

6. Top Layer: Cover bananas with the remaining base mixture, pressing gently.

7. Whip Cream: Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

8. Top Dessert: Spread whipped cream over the top; reserve some for decoration.

9. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

10. Decorate: Use reserved whipped cream and sprinkles to decorate.

11. Serve: Slice and enjoy your festive dessert!

Enjoy and Merry Christmas!

Notes

Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free gingerbread cookies to make this dessert gluten-free.
Nut Substitutions: Replace walnuts with pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts if preferred.
Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Make Ahead: Can be prepared 2 days in advance; add whipped cream and decorations before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes (for melting chocolate)
Category: Dessert

Nutrition

Serving Size: per serving
Calories: Approximately 510 kcal
Sugar: 34g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 31g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 85mg