Bananas Flambé with Vanilla Ice Cream

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Bananas Flambé with Vanilla Ice Cream.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious dessert, grab a medium skillet and melt some butter over low heat, letting its rich aroma fill your kitchen.

2. Step 2

   Once the butter is melted, stir in brown sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

3. Step 3

   Keep stirring frequently for about three minutes until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens into a delightful caramel-like consistency.

4. Step 4

   Next, pour in the banana liqueur and give it a good mix to combine all those wonderful flavors.

5. Step 5

   Now, take your bananas and slice them in half lengthwise.

6. Step 6

   Gently place the banana halves in the skillet, allowing them to soak up that luscious sauce.

7. Step 7

   Cook them for about a minute, then carefully flip them over and let them cook for another one to two minutes until they’re beautifully browned and soft.

8. Step 8

   It’s the perfect time to add a splash of coffee-flavored liqueur, heating it for another one to two minutes until everything is warm and inviting.

9. Step 9

   For a touch of excitement, carefully tilt the skillet and ignite the rum with a lighter, then remove the skillet from the heat—watch the flames dance! Now, it’s time to serve.

10. Step 10

    Scoop generous portions of creamy vanilla ice cream into four bowls, nestle a banana half in each bowl, and drizzle that warm, fragrant sauce over the top.

11. Step 11

    Enjoy this delightful treat immediately, and savor the combination of warm bananas, rich sauce, and cold ice cream—it’s a dessert experience you won’t forget!.