Best 6 Banana Ice Cream Sundae Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of tantalizing banana ice cream sundae recipes, promising an explosion of flavors in every bite. From the classic combination of sweet bananas and creamy ice cream to innovative twists incorporating unique toppings and sauces, these recipes will satisfy every craving.

In our first recipe, we embark on a nostalgic adventure with the timeless banana split sundae. Layers of rich chocolate, strawberry, and pineapple sauces dance upon scoops of velvety vanilla and banana ice cream, creating a symphony of flavors. Topped with whipped cream, nuts, and a cherry, this sundae is a true masterpiece.

Next, we introduce the salted caramel banana sundae, a harmonious blend of sweet and savory. Gooey salted caramel sauce drizzles over scoops of banana and vanilla ice cream, complemented by a sprinkle of sea salt. The result is a delightful dance on the palate, leaving you craving more.

For chocolate lovers, the chocolate-dipped banana sundae is a dream come true. Slices of frozen banana are dipped in rich chocolate ganache, then nestled atop scoops of chocolate and vanilla ice cream. A generous drizzle of hot fudge completes this decadent treat, making it the ultimate chocolate indulgence.

Last but not least, the peanut butter banana sundae combines two classic American flavors in perfect harmony. Creamy peanut butter sauce swirls through scoops of banana and vanilla ice cream, while chopped peanuts add a delightful crunch. A drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of cinnamon add the finishing touches to this irresistible sundae.

With these four delectable recipes, you'll have a sundae for every occasion. Whether you're craving a classic treat, a sweet and salty delight, a chocolatey indulgence, or a peanut butter and banana extravaganza, our collection has something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds singing.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BANANA SUNDAE DESSERT



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This banana sundae dessert is sure to be a family favorite! You get a taste of chocolate, banana and strawberries in every bite of the frosty treat. It does take a while to assemble, but it's worth it in my book. -Caroline Wamelink, Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers, crushed
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
6 cups chocolate chip ice cream, softened if necessary
4 large firm bananas, sliced
2 jars (11-3/4 ounces each) hot fudge ice cream topping, divided
6 cups strawberry or cherry ice cream, softened if necessary
Optional toppings: whipped cream, maraschino cherries, chopped walnuts, banana slices and colored sprinkles

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix wafer crumbs, melted butter and sugar; press onto bottom of a 13x9-in. dish. Freeze 15 minutes., Spread chocolate chip ice cream over crust. Layer with bananas and 1-1/2 jars fudge topping (about 1-1/2 cups). Freeze, covered, at least 30 minutes., Spread strawberry or cherry ice cream over top. Freeze, covered, 6 hours or overnight., Remove from freezer 10 minutes before cutting. Warm remaining fudge topping; drizzle over top. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 77g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BANANA PUDDING ICE CREAM SUNDAES



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 very ripe bananas, cut into chunks and frozen, plus 1 ripe banana, thinly sliced
2 cups whipped topping
3/4 cup crushed vanilla wafer cookies

Steps:

  • Place frozen banana chunks in a high-powered blender or food processor and begin to process on low. (It will look grainy.) Turn off machine and use a rubber spatula to scrape down the sides. Continue processing until bananas get creamy and increase in volume, scraping down the sides as necessary. Remove to a bowl. Slowly fold in 1 cup whipped topping and 1/2 cup vanilla wafers. Transfer to 4 dishes and top each with additional whipped topping, vanilla wafers and sliced banana.

BANANA ICE CREAM SUNDAE



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Don't let the name fool you; this "sundae" is actually a healthy serving of fruit in a bowl. Frozen bananas are pulsed in a food processor until they're creamy like ice cream and then topped with more fruit, nuts and coconut. You can shamelessly eat this for breakfast or even as a recovery snack after a big run - your body will thank you for the extra energy and potassium.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 8h15m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large ripe bananas, peeled
1/4 cup raspberries
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
1/4 cup blueberries
2 teaspoons chopped pistachios
2 teaspoons toasted coconut
1 teaspoon mini chocolate chips
2-percent Greek yogurt, for serving

Steps:

  • Cut each banana into 6 chunks and freeze until rock-solid, preferably overnight.
  • Make the ice cream: Put the banana chunks in a food processor and process. (Hang on, your food processor may jolt in the very beginning!) The bananas will look crumbly at first, then gooey and eventually light and creamy, just like ice cream. Stop the food processor frequently to scrape down the sides of the bowl and break up any clumps. Serve right away or scrape into a container and freeze until ready to serve.
  • Make the sundae: Mash the raspberries and maple syrup together in a small bowl with a fork until saucy. Scoop the banana ice cream into a dish and top with the raspberry sauce, blueberries, pistachios, coconut, chocolate chips and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

BANANA SUNDAE SAUCE



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Try this luscious banana sundae topping at your next ice-cream social. I guarantee you'll be asked to bring it again. Luckily, it's quick and easy to make and versatile, too. It's the perfect finish to cake and frozen yogurt.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups sliced firm bananas (about 2 large)
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Whisk in the confectioners' sugar, water and lemon juice until smooth. Cook over medium-low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and cinnamon. Fold in bananas. Serve warm over ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BANANA SPLIT SUNDAE CAKE



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Monkeys young and old will love this mash-up of banana split, ice cream cake and sundae. Make sure to cook the butter in the cake to a deep brown-it should smell very toasty when it's done, and it will give the cake a rich, nutty flavor. You can make the chocolate sauce a few hours ahead of time and hold it at room temperature.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 6h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, plus more for the pan
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 cup mashed very ripe bananas (from 1 or 2 bananas)
1 large egg
1/4 cup firmly-packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 gallon (8 cups) vanilla ice cream, softened
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, broken into large chunks
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup corn syrup
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 ripe bananas, peeled, halved lengthwise and then halved crosswise
Sundae toppings: whipped cream, chopped salted peanuts, pretzels, dried banana chips, chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, toasted coconut flakes and maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • For the banana ice cream cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking pan.
  • Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat until nutty brown. Immediately remove from the heat and reserve.
  • Whisk the flour with the baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Vigorously whisk the bananas with the browned butter in a large bowl until very well combined and creamy. Whisk the egg, brown sugar, granulated sugar and vanilla into the banana mixture until smooth.
  • Fold the flour mixture into the banana mixture with a rubber spatula until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread to cover completely; the layer will be thin. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 18 minutes. Cool completely on a rack, about 1 hour.
  • Spread the ice cream evenly over the banana cake with a rubber spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • For the chocolate sauce: Combine the chocolate, cream, corn syrup, butter and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk periodically as the mixture comes to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce starts to boil, turn down the heat. Cool 15 minutes before serving. Transfer to a bowl or small pitcher. (Yield: 1 2/3 cups.)
  • For the caramelized bananas: Remove the cake from the freezer and let stand at room temperature. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and swirl the pan. When the butter is completely melted, place the banana pieces cut-sides down in one layer in the pan. When they are nicely browned, after 4 to 5 minutes, flip the bananas. Cook until the other sides are browned and the bananas have softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • To serve, place desired toppings in bowls. Cut squares of the banana cake and divide among serving bowls. Let each person build a sundae with the chocolate sauce, caramelized bananas, and additional toppings.
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BANANAS FOSTER SUNDAES



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I have wonderful memories of eating bananas Foster in New Orleans, and as a dietitian, wanted to find a healthier version. I combined the best of two recipes and added my own tweaks to create this southern treat. -Lisa Varner, Charleston, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 large firm bananas, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
3 cups reduced-fat vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • In an 8- or 9-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in brown sugar, orange juice, cinnamon and nutmeg until blended. Add bananas and pecans; cook until bananas are glazed and slightly softened, 2-3 minutes, stirring gently., Remove from heat; stir in extract. Serve with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and creamier your ice cream will be.
  • Freeze the bananas in advance: Freezing the bananas helps them blend more smoothly and gives the ice cream a creamier texture.
  • Use a high-powered blender: A high-powered blender will help you achieve a smooth and creamy ice cream. If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can use a food processor, but the ice cream may not be as smooth.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Before serving, top your banana ice cream sundae with your favorite toppings, such as chocolate chips, nuts, whipped cream, or fruit.

Conclusion:

This easy and delicious banana ice cream sundae is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a creamy and refreshing treat that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give this banana ice cream sundae a try.

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