Alton Brown's Banana Ice Cream

Submitted by Chef #1273635

"This is the recipe used by Alton Brown on his banana episode. The ice cream is incredibly rich and delicious. Try it with chocolate syrup!"

 

• Ready In: 24hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Yields: 1 quart
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 6 bananas
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 3⁄4 cup light corn syrup
• 1 vanilla bean, scraped
• 1 1⁄2 cups heavy cream

directions

1. Place bananas in freezer and freeze overnight. Remove bananas from freezer and allow to thaw for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Peel bananas and place in bowl of food processor along with the lemon juice. Process for 10 to 15 seconds. Add corn syrup and vanilla bean seeds and turn processor on. Slowly pour in the heavy cream. Process until smooth. Chill mixture in refrigerator until it reaches 40 degrees. Transfer mixture to an ice cream maker and process according to manufacturer's instructions. Place mixture in an airtight container and freeze for 3 to 6 hours before serving.