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Lana Mihajlović posted an update
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Golden Hour – Banana Ice Cream with Bananas Foster & Pecans
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Golden Hour is a nostalgic, slow-sunset kind of dessert. A rich banana custard ice cream paired with warm, spiced Bananas Foster and buttery toasted pecans. The ice cream is velvety and smooth, made with ripe bananas, cream, and egg yolks, brightened with a splash of lemon and a touch of vanilla. It’s served over sizzling caramelized bananas bathed in dark rum, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter, then crowned with toasted pecans.Techniques applied:
This time I used an ice cream machine to churn a classic French-style custard base. The process included tempering egg yolks with a warm mixture of milk, cream, sugar, and salt, gently cooking it until thickened, and then incorporating mashed ripe bananas, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. After chilling, the mixture was churned until luxuriously smooth.
The Bananas Foster topping was made by caramelizing banana slices in butter, dark brown sugar, and cinnamon, deglazing with dark rum and finishing with vanilla and toasted pecans.Ingredients & toppings used:
For the ice cream: Heavy cream; Whole milk; Granulated sugar; Egg yolks; Ripe bananas; Lemon juice; Vanilla extract; Pinch of saltFor the topping – Bananas Foster with Pecans: Ripe bananas; Unsalted butter; Dark brown sugar; Ground cinnamon; Dark rum; Vanilla extract; Toasted pecans
Most challenging part:
Perfecting the custard without scrambling the yolks, and maintaining the natural banana flavor without it turning dull after churning. Timing and texture of the Foster sauce was another delicate dance. Caramel must be deep but not bitter, rum bold but not overpowering.
Jorge González Vidal, Frankie WONG and 10 others15 Comments-
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Lana, what a beautiful presentation! Your “Golden Hour” has such a refined aesthetic — the warm tones of the caramel contrast beautifully with the neutral palette of the ice cream, and the mint leaf adds a touch of visual freshness. The glossy walnuts bring in texture, and the ice cream has such a clean, polished finish. Technically, you’ve executed a classic French ice cream base with great precision! And the Foster sauce looks perfectly cooked no crystallization and it kept its shine.
Have you tried adding a touch of flaky salt or fleur de sel at the end to balance the caramel’s sweetness and enhance the banana flavor?
I’d love to know if you ran into any challenges flambéing the rum or if you nailed the perfect reduction point. That detail really makes all the difference! 💫
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@Sussan Estela Olaya Thank you so much, Sussan, your feedback always feels like a warm hug!
I actually did add a pinch of salt to the caramel, just enough to lift the flavors and round out the sweetness.
As for the flambé… let’s just say I didn’t feel like setting my kitchen (or eyebrows) on fire at 39°C 😅 No dramatic flames this time, just a gentle simmer and lots of stirring. Maybe I’ll brave it when the weather cools down!
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@undefined Hahaha, totally understandable, Lana! At 39°C, avoiding dramatic flames sounds like a very smart (and self-preserving!) choice 😅. I’m glad you still managed a gentle, well-executed reduction it really shows your technique and sensitivity in the kitchen.
And how lovely to hear you had already added a touch of salt to the caramel; that small detail makes all the difference it’s clear that every layer was made with intention!
We love seeing how you balance aesthetics and flavor so harmoniously. I truly hope you keep sharing more your creations are such a joy to see. 🌟
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Wow Lana. Vaya helado. Es espectacular 😍 😍
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@Luisa María Diaz Thank you dear ❤️
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Rico y completo.
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@Antonio Salvador Moreno Carretero Thank you ☺️
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Congrats on the new addition to your kitchen—your ice cream machine is clearly already bringing a lot of joy! 😄
This plating is warm, inviting, and full of soul. The glossy Foster sauce with those toasted pecans gives gorgeous contrast to the ice cream’s smooth texture, and the touch of mint adds a lovely brightness. The storytelling, name, and execution all sing in harmony.
Can’t wait to see what other magic you whip up with your new toy!✨
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@Sol Damiani Thank you dear Sol
Haha yes, the machine’s already working overtime. Poor thing didn’t know what it signed up for! 😂
So glad you liked it! The pecans totally stole the show. One day, when Serbia and Argentina feel a little closer, we’ll make one together! 🍨💕
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@lanamihajlovic Absolutely. Pecans are one of nature’s finest creations—rich, buttery, and naturally sweet. They’re incredibly versatile too, pairing beautifully with both sweet and savory dishes. From classic pecan pie to blue cheese salads or even a sticky glazed rack of ribs, they always bring something special to the table.
Do you have a favorite dish with pecans? I’m so looking forward to that moment in time Serbia gets closer to Argentina
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@Sol Damiani You already said it perfectly… pecans are pure gold! Honestly, I love them in desserts, but now that you mention blue cheese salads and ribs… I’m officially hungry 😅
As for a favorite, maybe warm pecan banana bread with a touch of cinnamon simple, cozy, and perfect with coffee.
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Qué belleza de helado!! Has logrado un postre suculento y cálido, que invita a tomar despacio, disfrutando de cada cucharada. Un postre para tomar mientras se conversa, en voz baja. Es expectacular, y la rextura se ve tan bien.
Cuéntame, ¿ha cambiado mucho la textura del helado al hacerlo con heladera? ¿Me la recomiendas? 😇
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@Beatriz Torija Thank you so much sis I love how you described it, exactly the mood I was hoping for 🥰 A dessert to slow down with.
And yes, the ice cream maker really made a difference! The texture is smoother and creamier, without the tiny ice crystals I sometimes got before. If you love making ice cream, I’d totally recommend it. It’s been such a game changer for me! 🍨✨
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@undefined jajaja me has convencido. En cuanto esté de vuelta la semana que viene, la pido 🥰
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@Beatriz Torija I can’t wait to see your ice cream 😘
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