Banana Flambe Over Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients for Banana Flambe Over Ice Cream

• 3 ripe bananas, sliced
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier (or other orange liqueur)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon banana rum (optional, or substitute with dark rum)
• Lemon, Juice Of
• Lemon, Zest Of
• Oranges, Juice Of
• Vanilla Ice Cream
• Whipped cream, to serve
• Chopped nuts (e.g., pecans, walnuts), to taste
• Ground cinnamon, to taste
• Oranges

How to Make Banana Flambe Over Ice Cream

1. In a bowl, combine sliced bananas, brown sugar, Grand Marnier, and lemon juice. Marinate for 15 minutes.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add granulated sugar and cook, stirring constantly, until it turns a rich golden brown caramel.
3. Carefully pour in the orange juice, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Add the marinated banana mixture to the saucepan. Stir gently to combine.
5. Stir in lemon zest and cook for 1 minute.
6. (Optional) Carefully add banana rum and immediately ignite with a long match or lighter. Allow the flames to die down.
7. Cook for 1 minute on high heat, stirring occasionally.
8. Serve immediately over scoops of vanilla ice cream.
9. Top with whipped cream, chopped nuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and an orange slice for garnish.