Hot Date Ice Cream Sundaes

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Hot Date Ice Cream Sundaes
60 min.
4
817kcal

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If you're craving a dessert that's indulgent, yet with a unique twist, these Hot Date Ice Cream Sundaes are the perfect choice. This gluten-free treat combines the rich, comforting flavors of banana bread with the sweetness of Medjool dates, all topped with a creamy whipped vanilla topping. The marriage of warm, caramelized dates with cool, velvety vanilla ice cream creates a sensational contrast of temperatures and textures that will have you coming back for more.

What sets this sundae apart is the use of moist banana bread as the base, which provides a soft, slightly toasted layer that complements the sweet and tangy banana puree folded into the ice cream. The luscious date and brown sugar sauce adds a decadent touch of caramel, while the crunchy toasted walnuts provide the perfect balance of texture and flavor.

Ready in just 60 minutes, this dessert is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to something special, these Hot Date Ice Cream Sundaes are a delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Don't miss out on this deliciously innovative take on a classic sundae—it's bound to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • ounces banana bread dark homemade store-bought cut into 1-in. cubes ( 5 cups)
  •  banana ripe peeled
  • 0.1 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar light packed
  • 10 oz medjool dates pitted halved
  • 3.5 teaspoons sugar divided
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cups whipped cream softened
  • 0.3 cup walnuts toasted coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream cold

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Pure 2 bananas, 2 tsp. sugar, and the lemon juice in a food processor. In a large bowl, fold pure into ice cream, leaving streaks. Freeze until firm, 3 hours.
  2. Melt butter, brown sugar, and salt in a medium frying pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add dates and 1/2 cup water and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Whisk cream with remaining 1 1/2 tsp. sugar and the vanilla in a bowl until soft peaks form.
  5. Divide bread among 4 bowls. Slice remaining banana. Scoop ice cream into bowls and top with banana, dates and sauce, whipped cream, and nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories817kcal
Protein3.76%
Fat35.39%
Carbs60.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.47
Glycemic Load
21.56
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.780434743218%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg
Catechin
5.4mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:817.45kcal
40.87%
Fat:33.79g
51.98%
Saturated Fat:16.69g
104.31%
Carbohydrates:130.72g
43.57%
Net Carbohydrates:122.24g
44.45%
Sugar:89.46g
99.4%
Cholesterol:94.64mg
31.55%
Sodium:265.14mg
11.53%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.03%
100%
Protein:8.07g
16.13%
Manganese:0.8mg
40.16%
Fiber:8.48g
33.91%
Vitamin B6:0.65mg
32.42%
Potassium:1069.54mg
30.56%
Copper:0.5mg
24.95%
Vitamin A:1224.57IU
24.49%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.27%
Magnesium:91.66mg
22.91%
Phosphorus:195.47mg
19.55%
Calcium:175.25mg
17.53%
Vitamin B5:1.48mg
14.8%
Folate:54.49µg
13.62%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.82%
Vitamin B3:2.54mg
12.68%
Vitamin C:9.97mg
12.09%
Selenium:8.35µg
11.93%
Iron:1.86mg
10.31%
Zinc:1.33mg
8.86%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.8%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.38%
Vitamin K:4.22µg
4.02%
Vitamin D:0.58µg
3.89%
Source:My Recipes