BANANA SPLIT CREAM PUFFS

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"These fruity cream puff 'sandwiches' are a treat that our family has always found scrumptious," notes field editor Sandra McKenzie of Braham, Minnesota. "For a nice variation, use whipped cream instead of the ice cream."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
12 scoops vanilla ice cream
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 large or 2 medium bananas, thinly sliced
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
1/2 cup hot fudge sauce

Steps:

In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour and salt all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Immediately split puffs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough from inside. , Fill each puff with a scoop of ice cream and top with fruit. Drizzle with hot fudge sauce. Replace tops and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.