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Banana Ice Cream
Benchi

Banana Ice Cream

Creamy and nostalgic, this banana ice cream is made with ripe bananas and a rich custard base—perfect for a classic frozen treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill time 4 hours
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 1 gallon
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 277

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups whole milk
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 ripe bananas, mashed

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, combine milk, sugar, and salt over medium heat. Stir until sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. Slowly whisk in a bit of the hot milk mixture to temper the eggs.
  3. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Add the mashed bananas to the custard mixture and mix until smooth.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a container, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Once fully chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  8. When thick and creamy, transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm before serving.