Indulge in the sweet, nutty decadence of a Caramel Pecan Banana Sundae, a heavenly dessert that combines creamy vanilla ice cream with layers of flavor and texture. Perfectly ripe bananas are paired with a luscious homemade caramel sauce kissed with vanilla and sea salt for a perfect balance of sweetness. Toasted pecans add a delightful crunch, while a dollop of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry on top complete this stunning treat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make sundae is ideal for a quick dessert or for impressing guests with its gourmet appeal. Whether you're craving a nostalgic twist on a classic banana sundae or looking for a show-stopping dessert, this recipe delivers pure indulgence in every bite.
Prepare the caramel sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cook until melted and smooth, about 2 minutes.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Remove the caramel sauce from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt. Set aside to cool slightly.
Toast the pecans: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Slice the bananas: Peel and slice the bananas into 1/2-inch-thick rounds.
Assemble each sundae: Place one scoop of vanilla ice cream in a dessert bowl or underlaying dish.
Arrange banana slices around the ice cream. Drizzle warm caramel sauce generously over the ice cream and bananas.
Sprinkle toasted pecans evenly over the top. Repeat for all servings.
Top each sundae with a dollop of whipped cream and finish with a maraschino cherry.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Calories |
3592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 239.9 g | 308% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.2 g | 541% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 521 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 932 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 345.7 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 295.1 g | ||
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 559 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2076 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.