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Banana Rama Recipe

Indulge in this guilt-free dessert sensation! Our Banana Rama recipe, inspired by Prevention Magazine, transforms ripe bananas into a luxuriously creamy, virtually fat-free ice cream. The naturally sweet bananas are blended to perfection, then enhanced with warming cinnamon and vanilla. Topped with a rich and decadent homemade chocolate sauce, this dessert is a healthy and delicious treat that's perfect for any occasion. Prepare to go bananas!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 330 mins
Calories 206.8 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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

  1. **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.
  2. **Add Flavor:** Stir in 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and the remaining 1 cup of milk.
  3. **Blend Again:** Puree until completely smooth. Transfer the mixture to an 8x8 inch metal or plastic container.
  4. **Initial Freeze:** Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. **Break it Up:** Remove from the freezer and break up the frozen mixture using a fork or knife.
  6. **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)
  7. **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.
  8. **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.
  9. **Cook the Sauce:** Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the sauce thickens (about 5 minutes).
  10. **Finish the Sauce:** Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  11. **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

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Course Main Ingredient Low Protein Healthy Desserts Low Fat Frozen Desserts Chocolate Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low In Something