Ingredients for Banana Rama
- 3 bananas
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 cups 1% low fat milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- sliced bananas, for garnish
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How to Make Banana Rama
- **Prepare the Ice Cream:** Combine 3 sliced bananas, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/2 cup milk in a food processor or blender. Puree until completely smooth.
- **Add Flavor:** Stir in 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and the remaining 1 cup of milk.
- **Blend Again:** Puree until completely smooth. Transfer the mixture to an 8x8 inch metal or plastic container.
- **Initial Freeze:** Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- **Break it Up:** Remove from the freezer and break up the frozen mixture using a fork or knife.
- **Smooth it Out:** Working in batches, process half the mixture at a time in a food processor or blender until smooth and creamy. (This step helps to remove ice crystals)
- **Final Freeze:** Return the smooth ice cream to the 8x8 inch container, cover, and freeze for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up before serving.
- **Make the Chocolate Sauce:** In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until smooth.
- **Cook the Sauce:** Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the sauce thickens (about 5 minutes).
- **Finish the Sauce:** Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- **Serve it Up:** Serve the Banana Rama ice cream in small cups or bowls. Top with sliced bananas and drizzle generously with the warm chocolate sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
128g
Fat
11g
Carbs
14g
