Brown Sugar Banana Sauce For Ice Cream Recipe

Wow your guests with this quick and easy brown sugar banana sauce, the perfect warm-weather topping for ice cream! A delightful twist on a classic, this recipe is ready in minutes and requires no oven time. Perfect for summer gatherings or a simple weeknight treat. Prepare ahead by scooping ice cream into individual dishes and topping the day before for effortless dessert serving!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 233.2 kcal

Protein 3g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Brown Sugar Banana Sauce For Ice Cream

Light Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk or your preferred milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ripe medium banana, mashed
Pecans
Shredded coconut (optional)
Vanilla Ice Cream

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How to Make Brown Sugar Banana Sauce For Ice Cream

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar with 2 tablespoons (30g) butter until smooth.
Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup (120ml) milk until fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
Add 1 ripe medium banana, mashed.
Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the sauce slightly thickens.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Top individual servings of ice cream with the warm sauce.
Sprinkle with toasted pecans and shredded coconut (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

71g

Fat

36g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Brown Sugar Banana Sauce For Ice Cream?

Brown Sugar Banana Sauce For Ice Cream takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Brown Sugar Banana Sauce For Ice Cream?

Brown Sugar Banana Sauce For Ice Cream has approximately 233.2 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Brown Sugar Banana Sauce For Ice Cream?

The key ingredients for Brown Sugar Banana Sauce For Ice Cream are Light Brown Sugar, Butter, Milk, Vanilla, Cinnamon, Bananas. See the full list with measurements above.