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You are here: Home / Dessert Table / Build Your Own Banana Splits with this Delicious Dessert Bar idea

Build Your Own Banana Splits with this Delicious Dessert Bar idea

build your own banana split bar

It’s always good to have your dessert just the way you like it, so I thought a ‘build-your-own banana split’ dessert bar would be something a little different and a lot of fun! I designed this with a baby shower or child’s party in mind, and used a whimsical wall decal for a unique backdrop. The monkey theme is quite popular and this ‘tree with monkey‘ decal is life size, unexpected, and makes a statement!

For more ‘build-your-own’ desserts, check out my ice cream soda bar, make your own mini dump cakes, and an ice cream dessert bar.

I’m taking the ice cream bar to the next level, so check out the ideas and details below.

banana split bar signchocolate-dipped bananasbanana splitbuild your own banana split

Ideas for a ‘Build-Your-Own Banana Split’ dessert bar:

  • Using the decal as the inspiration and focal point, I chose the color scheme to match the artwork: brown, green, and yellow.
  • Add a whimsical touch by “hanging a sign on the tree” that invites guests to make their own banana split. This one was created using a wooden piece from the craft store and covering with coordinating paper.
  • I always look around the house to find interesting vessels to serve food/drinks from. Here I used my tiny fish bowl vases to serve dry toppings from {chocolate sprinkles & heath bar sprinkles}. An apothecary jar holds bananas, and small carafes hold chocolate and caramel syrup.
  • Hanging drink monkeys make an adorable addition to the side of our sundae glasses.
  • Wrapping the can of whipped cream keeps the look unified and only takes seconds to do.
  • One of my favorite tips for serving ice cream is to pre-scoop balls and place in the freezer until ready to serve. These were served in a pedestal glass dish and stay frozen for quite a while. Add a ribbon flag to the ice cream to add some color for the display.
  • Chocolate dipped bananas make a nice addition to the table and offer an alternative to the banana splits {kids love these}.

There you have it – 7 tips for setting up an unforgettable banana split bar, thanks to the inspiration from a cute wall decal. 

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November 8, 2011 9:28 am Chris Filed Under: baby shower, Birthday-Boy, Birthday-Girl, brown, Dessert Table, green, ice cream, theme party, yellow

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  1. Alejandra Morin {The Marshmallow Studio} says

    November 14, 2011 at 2:32 am

    I’ve also shared the giveaway on Twitter 🙂

  2. Alejandra Morin {The Marshmallow Studio} says

    November 14, 2011 at 2:31 am

    I just liked Evgie on Facebook!

  3. Alejandra Morin {The Marshmallow Studio} says

    November 14, 2011 at 2:29 am

    I need to win this LOL I have a little monkey who’s bday is in February and this would be perfecto!

  4. oscar says

    November 13, 2011 at 10:24 pm

    I liked Evgie on Facebook.

  5. oscar says

    November 13, 2011 at 10:15 pm

    I like the vinyl wall quotes.

  6. Dena says

    November 13, 2011 at 7:05 pm

    Love them all!!! I like evgie on facebook!!!

  7. Pamela says

    November 13, 2011 at 6:37 pm

    Liked Evgie on Facebook!

  8. Pamela says

    November 13, 2011 at 6:36 pm

    Love all of the designs, so hard to choose!

    • Chris says

      November 14, 2011 at 12:07 pm

      Congrats Pam! Comment #35 was chosen as the winner!

  9. Mayra Rivera ~ In Flight says

    November 13, 2011 at 1:28 pm

    Like evgie on Facebook!

  10. Mayra Rivera ~ In Flight says

    November 13, 2011 at 1:26 pm

    love their Cherry Blossom Tree Design!

  11. Megan says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:14 pm

    I liked them on FB!

  12. Megan says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    I love these wall decals and the beautiful colors! The large wall decal with the birch trees has to be my favorite.

  13. Susan Krauss says

    November 11, 2011 at 3:56 pm

    I shared Evgie with my friends on Facebook

  14. Susan Krauss says

    November 11, 2011 at 3:19 pm

    I liked Evgie on Facebook.

  15. Susan Krauss says

    November 11, 2011 at 3:18 pm

    I would use the “Tree With Birds-Birdland” decal in my laundry room to brighten up an otherwise dull and tedious activity!

  16. Staci A says

    November 11, 2011 at 1:11 pm

    I liked them on FB. Thanks!

  17. Staci A says

    November 11, 2011 at 1:10 pm

    I love the Windy Tree and Birds design!

  18. Lindsay says

    November 10, 2011 at 12:55 pm

    Follow evgie on facebook

  19. Lindsay says

    November 10, 2011 at 12:53 pm

    Love the simple style of the birch trees

  20. saniel says

    November 9, 2011 at 12:48 pm

    I follow via email. The red tulips decal is very cute

  21. fiona lynne says

    November 9, 2011 at 11:59 am

    I love this idea! Banana splits were always my favourite way to eat ice cream as a child.
    I looked on her site and loved the outer space one – I can imagine being inspired to do a fun “space” birthday party with that one. Or the “once upon a time” decal… that one inspires so many fairytale ideas!
    I’m not a US or Canadian resident but can I enter for someone else? I have a few friends with kids in the US who would love to be surprised with this!

  22. Christine French says

    November 9, 2011 at 11:53 am

    Love the Dragonflies Sakura Cherry Tree Branch!!!

  23. Brandi says

    November 9, 2011 at 11:16 am

    They are all so cute!! My son would love the under the sea design. Thanks for the chance to win!

  24. charissa f says

    November 9, 2011 at 10:26 am

    tweeted about giveaway

  25. charissa f says

    November 9, 2011 at 10:25 am

    follow evgie on fb

  26. charissa f says

    November 9, 2011 at 10:25 am

    love the whispering tree decal

  27. Robin says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:08 am

    The Flying Dandelion and Fairy Trees are simply delightful!

  28. Shannon Thompson says

    November 8, 2011 at 10:21 pm

    tweeted
    http://twitter.com/#!/mommyluck13/status/134108307643305984

    @mommyluck13
    Sha t
    dollhousecreation(at)gmail(dot)com

  29. Shannon Thompson says

    November 8, 2011 at 10:21 pm

    like the evgieNev Facebook page

    Teh Doll
    dollhousecreation(at)gmail(dot)com

  30. Shannon Thompson says

    November 8, 2011 at 10:20 pm

    Halloween Wall Decal – Spooky Tree with Spiders and Flying Bats

    i love this one.. we have a spooky house and this would just look perfect in either our foyer or kitchen

    dollhousecreation(at)gmail(dot)com

  31. Larissa says

    November 8, 2011 at 8:27 pm

    Tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/ReefBotanicals/status/134079458020827136

  32. Larissa says

    November 8, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    Vinyl Wall Decals – Elegant Cherry Blossoms Branch Wall Sticker – Children Baby Kid Nursery Boy Girl – BRCB010L

  33. Christine says

    November 8, 2011 at 7:21 pm

    I really like the windy tree with birds and the outer space theme one. They are so cute and would be great in a nursery.

  34. Wendy says

    November 8, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    I adore the growth chart tree!

  35. Donna O'Neil says

    November 8, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    I shared on twitter!
    https://twitter.com/#!/DonnaONeil/status/133952813943369728

  36. Donna O'Neil says

    November 8, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    I “like” the evgieNev Facebook page

  37. Donna O'Neil says

    November 8, 2011 at 11:58 am

    I love the Children Wall Decals – Fairy Tree with Flowers and Stars

  38. Monica says

    November 8, 2011 at 11:39 am

    I love the great party idea with a decal as a centerpiece! I especially love the Baby Nursery wall decal of the Fairyland Tree. You could put in on any color wall, and it would still look magical.

  39. Deanna, 5-9 Events says

    November 8, 2011 at 11:21 am

    New facebook fan!

  40. Deanna, 5-9 Events says

    November 8, 2011 at 11:20 am

    I love the red tulips decal!

  41. Linda Schwartz says

    November 8, 2011 at 11:18 am

    It’s tough to pick my fave design, I love all of the different looks of the trees… I am slightly partial to the decal w/ the little frog under the umbrella! Thanks!! : )

  42. Linda Schwartz says

    November 8, 2011 at 11:16 am

    How cute! I like EvgieNev on FB.! Thanks!! : )

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