Description
Bananas Foster is a classic New Orleans dessert that delights with warm, caramelized bananas enveloped in a rich, buttery rum sauce, all served over creamy vanilla ice cream. This indulgent treat is perfect for any occasion, from cozy weeknight dinners to elegant dinner parties. With its sweet and buttery flavors, combined with the thrilling flambé presentation, Bananas Foster is sure to impress your guests and evoke fond memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Peel and slice bananas diagonally into thick pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbling, then add brown sugar and stir until caramelized.
- Sprinkle in cinnamon and mix well.
- Add banana slices and cook for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Carefully pour in dark rum and ignite with a long lighter; allow flames to subside naturally.
- Serve hot banana mixture over scoops of vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 58g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts over the dish before serving. - Substitute banana liqueur for rum for a non-alcoholic version. - Drizzle chocolate sauce on top for an extra indulgent treat.