- Why did the banana brown before baking?
- Bananas oxidize in air. If not baking immediately, drizzle with a little lemon juice.
- What ice cream should I use?
- Classic vanilla is best, as its neutral creaminess lets the roasted banana flavor shine.
Roasted Banana Sundae
Roasted banana sundae plays with temperatures and textures: hot, caramelized banana meets ice-cold ice cream. Baking concentrates and caramelizes the natural sugars in the banana, creating a soft, jam-like texture. This warm base slightly melts the bottom of the ice cream, creating an irresistible, creamy sauce completed by crunchy nuts and crumbs.
Ingredients
2
scoops
Vanilla Ice Cream
2
whole
Bananas (ripe)
1/4
cup
Cookie Crumbs (e.g., Graham Crackers)
2
tbsp
Chocolate Sauce
2
tbsp
Caramel Sauce
2
tbsp
Walnuts (chopped)
1/4
cup
Heavy Cream (whipped)
1
pinch
Cinnamon
Shopping List (0)
Equipment Needed
- Oven-safe dish or baking sheet
- Ice cream scoop
Allergen Information
Milk
Tree Nuts
Wheat (cookie)
Instructions
1
✓
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel bananas and slice in half lengthwise.
Tip: Use ripe, spotted bananas as they have higher sugar content and caramelize better.
2
✓
Place bananas on a parchment-lined baking sheet or dish. Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon.
Tip: Warm scent of cinnamon pairs perfectly with roasted fruit.
3
✓
Bake bananas for 10-12 minutes until soft and edges are golden brown. Remove from oven.
Tip: Heat weakens cell walls, softening the fruit.
4
✓
Crush cookies into coarse crumbs. Toast walnuts in a dry pan for a few minutes.
Tip: Toasting nuts intensifies their oily, nutty flavors.
5
✓
Assembly: Place warm bananas in bowls. Top each with a scoop of ice cream.
Tip: Work quickly so ice cream doesn't melt completely, just the edges!
6
✓
Drizzle with chocolate and caramel sauces, sprinkle with crumbs and toasted walnuts. Top with whipped cream.
Tip: Layering textures is key: soft, cold, crunchy, gooey.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 2 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream
- 2 whole Bananas (ripe)
- 1/4 cup Cookie Crumbs (e.g., Graham Crackers)
- 2 tbsp Chocolate Sauce
- 2 tbsp Caramel Sauce
- 2 tbsp Walnuts (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream (whipped)
- 1 pinch Cinnamon