Delicious Banana Bread Ice Cream Stacks
Indulge in the delightful combination of soft, moist banana bread paired with creamy vanilla ice cream in these scrumptious Banana Bread Ice Cream Stacks. This fun twist on a classic dessert features a rich banana bread base layered with smooth, caramel-drizzled ice cream and finished with a chocolate-dipped coating sprinkled with a burst of colorful unicorn candy sprinkles. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet snack on a hot day, this recipe serves 8 and is sure to become a favorite treat for ice cream lovers and banana bread fans alike!
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Servings
400
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1.5 cups (whisked together with baking powder and salt)
baking powder
1 teaspoon (mixed with flour)
salt
0.5 teaspoon (mixed with flour)
unsalted butter
0.5 cup (at room temperature)
granulated sugar
0.5 cup (for batter)
light brown sugar
0.5 cup (for batter)
large eggs
2 (beaten into the mixture)
bananas
3 (smashed into a thick paste)
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (mixed into batter)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
0.5 cup (folded into the batter)
vanilla ice cream
1 gallon (softened for spreading)
caramel sauce
0.33 cup (for drizzling)
white chocolate chips
2 cups (melted for dipping)
canola oil
2 teaspoons (mixed with white chocolate)
unicorn candy sprinkles
4 ounces (for decorating)
Instructions
1
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8x8-inch square baking pan by spraying it with nonstick spray, lining it with parchment paper, and spraying the parchment lightly.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3
In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the room temperature unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one by one, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the smashed bananas until evenly blended.
4
Lower the mixer speed to combine the dry ingredients, adding the flour mixture gradually until just mixed. Fold in the vanilla extract and semi-sweet chocolate chips by hand using a spatula.
5
Carefully transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top for even cooking. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar on top. Bake for approximately 35 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, let it cool completely on a wire rack.
6
Once cooled, use a serrated knife to slice the banana cake in half horizontally. Gently lift the top half off and set aside.
7
Spread a generous layer of softened vanilla ice cream over the bottom half of the banana bread, then drizzle with the caramel sauce evenly.
8
Place the reserved top half back onto the ice cream layer, and using a flat knife, smooth the edges for a clean finish.
9
Insert 8 popsicle sticks into the ice cream, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Cover the entire dish with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight for best results.
10
In a medium bowl, mix the white chocolate chips and canola oil. Melt the mixture in the microwave or over a double boiler until smooth, then allow to cool to room temperature.
11
Prepare a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Remove the frozen cake from the freezer, and cut it into 8 equal-sized sandwiches. Take each sandwich by the popsicle stick, and dip one edge diagonally into the melted chocolate to create a nice coating.
12
Sprinkle with a handful of colorful unicorn candy sprinkles immediately after dipping. Place each completed sandwich on the wax-lined baking sheet, and return to the freezer until you are ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
22.5
Fat
45
Carbs
5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delicious Banana Bread Ice Cream Stacks?
They are a dessert featuring layers of moist banana bread and vanilla ice cream, drizzled with caramel and dipped in white chocolate.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe serves 8 people.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What size pan is needed for the banana bread?
You should use an 8x8-inch square baking pan.
How do I prepare the baking pan?
Spray the pan with nonstick spray, line it with parchment paper, and spray the parchment lightly.
What dry ingredients are whisked together?
Whisk together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.
How do I cream the butter and sugar?
Use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment to cream room temperature unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
How should I add the eggs to the batter?
Add the 2 large eggs one by one, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
How many bananas are required?
The recipe calls for 3 bananas, smashed into a thick paste.
When do I add the vanilla extract and chocolate chips?
Fold the vanilla extract and 0.5 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter by hand using a spatula after mixing in the dry ingredients.
Do I put sugar on top of the batter before baking?
Yes, sprinkle an additional 1/4 cup of sugar on top of the batter before placing it in the oven.
How long does the banana bread bake?
Bake for approximately 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How do I slice the banana cake for the stacks?
Once cooled completely, use a serrated knife to slice the cake in half horizontally to create two layers.
What type of ice cream is used for the filling?
The recipe uses 1 gallon of softened vanilla ice cream.
How is the caramel sauce applied?
Drizzle 0.33 cups of caramel sauce evenly over the ice cream layer before replacing the top cake half.
How many popsicle sticks are needed?
Insert 8 popsicle sticks into the ice cream layer, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
How long should the stacks freeze?
Freeze the dish for at least 6 hours, or overnight for the best results.
What is the coating made of?
The coating consists of 2 cups of white chocolate chips and 2 teaspoons of canola oil melted together.
Why is canola oil added to the white chocolate?
The oil helps the white chocolate melt into a smooth consistency for easier dipping.
How do I cut the frozen cake?
Remove the frozen cake from the freezer and cut it into 8 equal-sized sandwiches.
How should I dip the sandwiches?
Take each sandwich by the popsicle stick and dip one edge diagonally into the melted chocolate.
What kind of sprinkles are used for decoration?
The recipe uses 4 ounces of colorful unicorn candy sprinkles.
When should I apply the sprinkles?
Apply the sprinkles immediately after dipping the sandwich into the melted chocolate so they stick.
Where do I place the sandwiches after dipping?
Place them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper and return them to the freezer.
What are the calories per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 400 calories.
What is the fat content per stack?
There are 22.5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
One serving contains 45 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content?
Each ice cream stack contains 5 grams of protein.
Is this a good dessert for summer?
Yes, it is tagged as a summer treat and a frozen dessert, making it perfect for hot days.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, since they require at least 6 hours of freezing, they are an excellent make-ahead dessert for parties.