Indulgent Bananas Foster Ice Cream You Can Make at Home

This Bananas Foster Ice Cream features warm, caramelized bananas over creamy vanilla ice cream for a quick and indulgent dessert.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Caramel Sauce

4 tablespoons Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
¾ cup Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar yields a richer flavor.
1 teaspoon Cinnamon Nutmeg can be used as a substitute.
1 pinch Salt Stick with fine salt for best results.

For the Bananas

2 ripe Bananas Choose ripe but firm bananas.
¼ cup Rum Use 1 teaspoon of rum extract for a non-alcoholic option.

For Serving

4 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream Coconut cream can make it lactose-free.

Equipment

Large Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Stir gently until the butter is completely melted and starts to sizzle slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
Add ¾ cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the melted butter. Whisk continuously for 3-5 minutes, until smooth and bubbly.
Peel and quarter 2 ripe bananas. Fold the banana pieces into the bubbling caramel sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Remove the pan from heat and slowly add ¼ cup of rum (or 1 teaspoon of rum extract). Ignite the rum carefully for about 30-60 seconds.
Scoop creamy vanilla ice cream into serving bowls. Pour the warm banana mixture generously over each scoop.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve the warm banana mixture immediately over ice cream for the best taste. Consider garnishing with toasted walnuts or pecans for added crunch.

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