Yesterday was World Turtle Day which means we just have to build a Toasted Tortoise Split, our famous banana split recipe with toasted nuts and our Chocolate Tortoise Ice Cream.

What you need:

• Ice cream (we recommend our Chocolate Tortoise Ice Cream for at least 1 scoop)
• 1 banana
• Chocolate syrup

For toasted nuts:

• 1 cup walnuts or pecans
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup 
• pinch of salt 
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon 
• 1/8 tsp cayenne 

What to do: Toasted Walnuts

1. In a non-stick pan, add nuts, honey or maple syrup, and oil. Coat nuts over medium heat
2. Sprinkle salt and spices over nuts and toast until golden brown (2-3 minutes) 
3. Transfer to plate or baking sheet to cool.

What to do: Split

1. Cut banana in half lengthwise and place in bowl
2. Scoop ice cream in between banana slices
3. Add nuts and top with chocolate syrup!