When it comes to finding an authentic grilled dessert, those are hard to locate. Last year I made a Grilled Strawberry Shortcake that went crazy, so I decided to try another take of a grilled dessert: Grilled Banana Bread. Grilling the bread brings out the flavors of the banana and then topping it with a premium vanilla ice cream and homemade caramel sauce completes this decadent dessert.
Look at those grill marks! Each one of those is melted sugars from the bread and is crunchy and yummy. A bite of that, ice cream and caramel sauce will send you over the moon.
Best part: All of it can be made in advance. Have the bread and sauce ready to go and bring out the ice cream when the bread goes on the grill. Plate the bread and let your guests add the toppings to their hearts' desire!

Grilled Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 1 slice banana bread, about 1 inch thick
- 0.5 cup vanilla bean ice cream
- 2 T caramel sauce
- mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat grill on high.
- Using tongs, place the banana bread near the hottest part of the grill, but with no flames.
- Grill until grill marks form, flip. Heat through.
- Remove from grill and plate. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and 2 T caramel sauce.
- Garnish with mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
428.58Fat (grams)
23.41Sat. Fat (grams)
14.18Carbs (grams)
94.96Fiber (grams)
3.40Net carbs
91.56Sugar (grams)
70.20Protein (grams)
9.27Sodium (milligrams)
480.20Cholesterol (grams)
109.41Wednesday #BBQWeek Recipes
Appetizers and Drinks
- Blackberry Lemonade by Sweet Beginnings
- Grilled Nachos by Kate's Recipe Box
Side Dishes
- Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad by Daily Dish Recipes
- Cheddar Bacon Ranch Corn by Making Miracles
- Cowboy Beans by Devour Dinner
- Creamy Coleslaw Recipe by SueBee Homemaker
- Grilled French Fries by Palatable Pastime
- Memphis-Style Coleslaw by House of Nash Eats
- Slow Cooker Baked Beans by Karen's Kitchen Stories
- Slow Cooker BBQ Green Beans with Bacon by Blogghetti
- Sweet and Spicy BBQ Chicken Macaroni Salad by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
Main Dishes
- Bacon and Cheddar Smash Burgers by Family Around the Table
- Easy Smoked Ribs by A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
- Greek Chicken Pita Sandwich by A Day in the Life on the Farm
- The Best Grilled BBQ Chicken Breasts by Cheese Curd In Paradise
Desserts
- Grilled Banana Bread with Vanilla Ice Cream and Homemade Caramel Sauce by Our Good Life
- Magic Chocolate Walnut Fudge by The Spiffy Cookie
- Old Fashioned Whoopie Pies by Jolene's Recipe Journal
Be sure to follow our Pinterest board for more summer BBQ ideas. Thank you to Christie from A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures and Ellen from Family Around the Table for hosting the event.
Whoa! Kicking banana bread up a notch! Definitely trying this.
ReplyDeleteWhat an easy and delicious recipe. Banana Bread for Breakfast one day and Dessert the next. YUM
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to make this recipe! I never thought to grill Banana Bread but what a fun and easy dessert. I'm drooling!
ReplyDeleteI miss banana bread! I became allergic to bananas when I turned 12 :( I want to try this SO badly!
ReplyDeleteOh yum, I would love this. I've never had grilled banana bread so I'm excited to try this dessert.
ReplyDeleteWhy have I never thought to grill banana bread before? I bet it's so good!
ReplyDeleteHoly moly! How have I lived for 41 years and never had this in my life! I need to make this immediately!
ReplyDeleteWow, this looks absolutely delicious! I love how you add caramel sauce and ice cream to it.
ReplyDeleteYum! Banana bread on the grill sounds so good right now!
ReplyDeleteGrilling quick bread is genius! This sounds like the perfect BBQ dessert!
ReplyDeleteI’ve never tried grilled banana bread before. I’m sure this taste divine.
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried pairing these two, sounds like a great match.
ReplyDeleteGrilled banana bread that sounds awesome and delicious! I will definitely try this at home. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea, looks absolutely fantastic!
ReplyDeleteGrilling banana bread has never been something that would have crossed my mind to try. However, your photos look absolutely delicious. I need to try this asap!
ReplyDeleteWow, that looks amazing. I have never tried grilled banana bread before. Now I'd love to give this a try.
ReplyDeleteOh wow. Thanks for this tip. I wouldn't have thought to grill banana bread plus it coming out really nice.
ReplyDeleteMmmm... Love all these flavor! I need this treat right now!
ReplyDeleteI really love banana bread it's soooo yummy. Even better with ice cream and caramel sauce!!!!
ReplyDeleteSo decadent and delicious looking. Love the idea of grilling banana bread. And, anything with vanilla ice cream is a winner in my books. Excited to try this combo.
ReplyDeleteThank you. the recipe is dope. Tried it and the whole family loved it. Thanks so much!
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