Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

egg yolks

2 cup

milk

0.5 cup

heavy cream

0.33 cup

honey

1 pinch

salt

2 tbsp

poppy seeds

0.5 cup

sugar

3 tbsp

cocoa powder

3 tbsp

flour

1.5 unit

bittersweet chocolate

3 tbsp

light corn syrup

2 tbsp

unsalted butter

melted

2 tbsp

water

0.5 cup

sugar

2 tbsp

water

7 tbsp

heavy cream

6 tbsp

unsalted butter

6 unit

bananas

unpeeled

Step 1
~2 min

Whisk egg yolks in a large bowl until smooth.

Step 2
~2 min

Combine milk, cream, honey, and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

Step 3
~2 min

Remove from heat and slowly whisk the hot liquid into the yolks.

Step 4
~2 min

Whisk in the poppy seeds.

Step 5
~2 min

Refrigerate until chilled.

Step 6
~2 min

Freeze according to your ice-cream maker's instructions.

Step 7
~2 min

Whisk sugar, cocoa, and flour in a small bowl.

Step 8
~2 min

Combine chocolate, corn syrup, butter, and water in a double boiler and cook, stirring occasionally, until smooth.

Step 9
~2 min

While the chocolate mixture is warm, combine it with the dry ingredients and stir until smooth.

Step 10
~2 min

Preheat oven to 300 degrees.

Step 11
~2 min

Drop a little less than a tablespoon of batter onto a nonstick cookie sheet and spread into a 3 1/2 inch circle.

Step 12
~2 min

Repeat, leaving at least 1 inch between each cookie.

Step 13
~2 min

Bake until bubbly and lacy, 6 to 8 minutes.

Step 14
~2 min

Cool on the pan for 1 minute.

Step 15
~2 min

Loosen cookies from the pan with a spatula and transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Step 16
~2 min

Repeat to make about 12 cookies.

Step 17
~2 min

Set aside.

Step 18
~2 min

Place sugar and water in a heavy saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil.

Step 19
~2 min

Continue to cook until the mixture turns a deep amber color.

Step 20
~2 min

Turn off the heat and carefully add the cream.

Step 21
~2 min

Stir in the butter.

Step 22
~2 min

Transfer mixture to a bowl and refrigerate.

Step 23
~2 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 24
~2 min

Cut a wedge from each banana almost its entire length, keeping the peel attached at one end.

Step 25
~2 min

Remove and discard the flesh portions of each wedge and fill the cavity with caramel sauce.

Step 26
~2 min

Transfer the bananas to a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and bake until very soft, about 20 minutes.

Step 27
~2 min

Transfer the warm bananas to serving plates.

Step 28
~2 min

Place a tuile on each plate.

Step 29
~2 min

Scoop the ice cream onto the tuile.

Step 30
~2 min

Garnish with another piece of tuile, standing it upright in the ice cream.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the ice cream and caramel sauce ahead of time.

Watch the caramel carefully to prevent burning.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Ice cream and caramel sauce can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Caramel and Chocolate)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after baking the bananas.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Espresso
Whipped Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Western

Cultural Significance

Desserts enjoyed during special occasions and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday Parties
Holiday Dinners

Occasion Tags

celebration
party
dinner party

Popularity Score

75/100

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