Wasabi-Caramel Banana Split

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-23 · Updated 2026-03-23

American banana split with a Japanese twist, featuring wasabi-infused caramel and matcha whipped cream. This american-inspired desserts (vegetarian) ready in about 10 minutes layers bananas, caramel sauce, wasabi into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 bananas
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 1 tsp wasabi
• 1 tbsp matcha powder
• 1/2 cup whipped cream

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 1/2 cup caramel sauce and 1 tsp wasabi in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then stir until the wasabi is fully incorporated and the caramel is smooth and glossy. Repeat microwaving in 15-second increments if needed, stirring after each burst, until the mixture is completely melted and fragrant. Tip: Avoid overheating to prevent the caramel from burning.
2. Step 2: Peel 3 bananas and cut each into 2 equal halves lengthwise. Arrange the banana halves on 2 serving plates or bowls, ensuring they are evenly spaced and upright for layering.
3. Step 3: Using a spoon, evenly spread the melted wasabi-caramel sauce over the cut sides of the banana halves, coating them completely. Allow the sauce to sit for 1-2 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly and cling to the banana.
4. Step 4: In a medium bowl, add 1/2 cup whipped cream and 1 tbsp matcha powder. Whisk vigorously with a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and pale green, with no visible streaks of powder. Tip: For a smoother texture, sift the matcha powder before adding it to the whipped cream.
5. Step 5: Spoon the matcha whipped cream onto the caramel-coated bananas, distributing it evenly around each banana half. Use the back of a spoon to gently press the cream into place, creating a rounded, decorative mound.
6. Step 6: Top each banana split with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (if available), positioning it in the center of the plate. If vanilla ice cream is not available, skip this step or substitute with a scoop of plain ice cream. Serve immediately, as the wasabi-caramel sauce may begin to harden if left to sit.