"This showstopper is a worthwhile project. Set aside some time 2 days ahead to make the components, then practice saying "Aw shucks, that was nothing!" to raving guests...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/4 cups cups unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 cup (packed) light brown sugar
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1/4 cup sugar
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2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 large egg yolk
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1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups whole milk
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3/4 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup sugar
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3 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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5 large egg yolks
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2" cubes
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3/4 cup heavy cream, divided
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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1/2 cup sugar
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1 1/2 tablespoons bourbon, divided
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1/2 teaspoon corn syrup
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2" cubes
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3 ripe bananas