banana split stand n stuff dessert tacos topped with cream & cheery served on a glass plate

Banana Split Stand 'N Stuff™ Dessert Tacos

Tacos get a makeover and move to dessert. These tortillas make a fantastic shell for a banana split when quickly fried.
Total Time 30 Minutes
Servings 8
Ingredients 11

Ingredient List

Banana Split

  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 pack Old El Paso™ Stand ‘N’ Stuff Soft Flour Tortillas
  • 8 small scoops chocolate ice cream
  • 8 small scoops strawberry ice cream
  • 8 small scoops vanilla ice cream

Toppings

  • 80 g dark chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 150 g double cream
  • 1 tablespoon icing sugar
  • 16 red cocktail cherries, with or without stems

Preparation

  1. Heat 5-6 cm of vegetable oil in a deep pan to 180°C.
  2. Fry tortillas in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Drain on kitchen paper and let cool slightly.
  3. Fill each tortilla with the three types of ice cream and banana slices.
  4. Melt dark chocolate with vegetable oil over simmering water and drizzle over the tacos.
  5. Whisk double cream with icing sugar to soft peaks and spoon over the tacos.
  6. Garnish with cocktail cherries and additional fresh fruits or chopped nuts if desired.

Expert Tips

  • Fresh fruits are a great addition to these dessert tacos. Why not try fresh raspberries, strawberries or blueberries.
  • Bring an extra texture to the dish by serving with chopped nuts. Hazelnuts, peanuts and pecans would all work well.