A few minutes on the grill transforms this classic dessert.

But just because the classic dessert has a lot going on doesnt mean that improvements cant be made.

If you love grilling, this is a must-try!

Grilled Banana Split Topped With Chocolate Sauce, Peanuts, Whipped Cream, and Three Maraschino Cherries in a Banana Split Dish, and in the Surroundings, Two More Banana Splits in Banana Split Dishes, a Bowl With Diced Strawberries, and a Bowl of Chopped Peanuts With a Spoon

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Nothing is more satisfying than ending a grilling session on a sweet note with a cold, refreshing dessert.

This is particularly useful if you’re having a hard time finding perfectly ripe fruit.

Slightly underripe fruit will also hold up better on the grill, softening just enough as it cooks.

Four Grilled Banana Splits Topped With Chocolate Sauce, Peanuts, Whipped Cream, and Three Maraschino Cherries in Banana Split Dishes and a Bowl of Diced Pineapples

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High heat is the key to achieving grill marks without over-cooking.

A little neutral oil on the fruit and on the grill grates will help prevent sticking.

If needed, clean the grates.

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Dont peel the bananas.

Use a sharp knife to slice them lengthwise, peel and all, going through the stem.

Slice the strawberries in half lengthwise.

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Repeating with the remaining berries.

Cut the pineapple into 4-inch long spears that are roughly 1 1/2 inches wide.

Brush the cut sides of the bananas and strawberries with a light layer of oil.

Sliced, Peel on Bananas Roasting on the Grill for Grilled Banana Split Recipe

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Brush all sides of the pineapple with oil.

Wet a folded clean paper towel with oil and grasp it with tongs.

Use it to carefully oil the hot grates.

Skewered Strawberries on a Grill for Grilled Banana Split Recipe

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Add the fruit to the grill with the strawberries and bananas cut side down.

Cook just until grill marks form, 1 to 2 minutes.

Let the fruit cool for 5 minutes.

Pineapple Spears Grilling on a Grill for Grilled Banana Split Recipe

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Peel the grilled bananas and lightly dust with cinnamon (if using).

Dice the strawberries and pineapple.

Place the grilled bananas along the sides of the dishes or bowls.

Sliced Bananas on a Platter and Sprinkled With Ground Cinnamon, and on the Counter Next to the Platter, Two Bowls (One With Diced Strawberries and Another With Diced Pineapples)

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Add a scoop of vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate ice cream to each.

Top with whipped cream, peanuts, and maraschino cherries, if using.

Add an extra drizzle of chocolate sauce, if desired.

Grilled Banana Split Topped With Chocolate Sauce, Peanuts, Whipped Cream, and Three Maraschino Cherries in a Banana Split Dish

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