The Ultimate Super Bowl Sundae Recipe: A Smoky Twist on the Frozen Dessert Favorite
Homemade smoked ice cream is the secret to leveling up your average sundae
After a few rounds of wings, drinks and other Super Bowl snacks, your sweet tooth needs some love too. So, what better way to get your dessert fix on game day than an ice cream sundae complete with all your favorite toppings? Even better, you can take that sundae to the next level by using smoked ice cream for a rich and intense flavor kick. There are two main methods of infusing a homemade ice cream base with a smoky taste: one using a grill and another using a special ingredient. Either way, you and your Super Bowl crowd are in for a treat as this smoked sundae is going to bring everyone together—no matter which team you’re rooting for.
Why your ice cream sundae deserves a smoky touch
Sweet ingredients, such as ice cream, bananas, fudge sauce and whipped cream, are on full display in sundaes—making them an indulgent treat. However, adding a contrasting flavor like smokiness can work to balance that sweetness. Including smoked ice cream is a great add-in for the job as it boasts a rich and caramelized taste. Since this ice cream isn’t a common flavor in stores, you’ll need to make it from scratch. But, it’s not overly tricky so it’s worth a try to elevate a regular ice cream sundae.
A delicious smoked ice cream sundae recipe
This sundae recipe, originally from Traeger’s website, uses their wood-fired grill to create a homemade smoked bourbon ice cream and caramelized bananas. The dessert’s smoky-sweet flavor is irresistible and approved by podcast host Seton O’ Connor of The Dan Patrick Show—hence the name. Don’t be surprised if this sundae is the highlight of your game day festivities!
‘The Dan Patrick Show’ Smoked Super Bowl Sundae
Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cup half-and-half
- 2 tsp. bourbon
- 1 Tbs. vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 4 bananas, ripe but firm, unpeeled and split lengthwise
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 2 Tbs. maple syrup
- Toppings of your choice, such as whipped cream, fudge sauce and/or maraschino cherries
Directions:
- Yield: 4 servings
- When ready to cook, set temperature to 180℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.
- Combine the heavy cream and half-and-half in an aluminum roasting pan. Place pan in the Traeger and smoke for 45 minutes.
- Once the cream mixture has smoked, remove it from the grill, add the bourbon, vanilla, sugar, and salt. Stir until it is fully dissolved, and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Pour into an ice cream maker until it reaches a soft-serve consistency. Next, put it into a plastic container and place in the freezer for at least 1 hour, or until you are ready to assemble the banana splits.
- Increase the temperature to high and preheat.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or aluminum foil and place bananas on the baking sheet cut side up. Sprinkle with cinnamon and drizzle with maple syrup. Place baking sheet on the grill grate and cook 10 to 15 minutes until bananas begin to brown.
- Remove bananas from the grill and assemble banana sundaes with your choice of toppings. Enjoy!
No grill? No problem—try this easy trick instead
If you’d prefer infusing the ice cream base with smokiness without an outdoor grill, the pros at ChefSteps suggest using liquid smoke flavoring as an alternative. Whisk a few dashes (or your desired amount) of liquid smoke into the mixture and proceed with preparing the frozen treat. You can try it when making Traeger’s smoked Super Bowl sundae recipe or something like this no-churn ice cream before assembling the dessert as you normally would.
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