This is called "Banana Split Jello Shots" and they only take 3 ingredients to make! Pleases an entire crowd!

In the tapestry of Midwestern gatherings, Jello shots have held their prideful place on the buffet table, twinkling like jewels among the casseroles and salads. They remind us of simpler times when the community would come together, sharing stories, laughter, and a playful bite of spirited gelatin. Today, I'm knitting together the old with the new in a delicious twist on a classic dessert. The Banana Split Jello Shot is a nod both to the bygone ice cream parlors, where sundaes were shared on summer evenings, and to our love for a bit of merriment in a tiny cup. You might want to make this delightful treat for your next family reunion or potluck to add a little whimsy and a sweet, creamy finish to your gathering.

Oh, these Banana Split Jello Shots are a little slice of heaven all on their own, but imagine placing them alongside a platter of freshly sliced fruits, like strawberries or pineapples, to complements their tropical flair. A dollop of whipped cream and a dusting of finely chopped nuts on top wouldn't be amiss either—a wink to the traditional banana split sundae.

Banana Split Jello Shots
Servings: 12 servings

- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant banana cream flavored pudding mix
- 1 cup very cold milk
- 1 cup banana pudding cream moonshine
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Cherries and sprinkles, for garnish

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant banana cream pudding mix with the very cold milk. Stir it up until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken just a bit; that's the base for our adult dessert taking shape.

2. Now, pour in that cup of banana pudding cream moonshine, stirring it gently into our pudding mixture until everything's friendly and well-acquainted.

3. Grab your Jello shot cups (those little plastic ones with lids work a charm), and spoon the pudding mixture into them, leaving a wee bit of room at the top for your garnishes later on.

4. Let these little darlings chill out in the fridge until they're set—shouldn't take more than a couple of hours. You want them good and firm before the next step.

5. When you're ready to serve, top each shot with a frothy cap of whipped cream, a cherry, and a sprinkle of your favorite colorful jimmies for that picture-perfect banana split look.

- If you're not one for moonshine, you can always substitute it with a banana liqueur or even a bit of rum for a mellow kick.
- Not all your guests might be inclined towards spirits. You can make a non-alcoholic batch by replacing the moonshine with additional cold milk or a banana-flavored syrup.
- If you have fresh bananas on hand, consider dicing a few and folding them into your mix for an added layer of flavor and texture.
- And a final nugget of wisdom: always make more than you think you'll need. These treats have a way of disappearing faster than a cool breeze on a hot porch.