Indulge in Fried Bananas with Cinnamon Butter Sauce Today

This Fried Bananas with Cinnamon Butter Sauce recipe is a delightful dessert that combines buttery caramel with the sweetness of ripe bananas.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bananas

4 ripe Bananas Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and caramelization.

For the Cinnamon Butter Sauce

4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness; may substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and aids in caramelization.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Enhances aroma and flavor.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best taste.
1 tablespoon Dark Rum (optional) Adds complexity; can omit if desired.
1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.

For Serving

4 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream (optional) Complements the warm bananas.

Equipment

skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Bananas by peeling and slicing them in half lengthwise.
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Create the caramel by stirring in sugar until dissolved, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
Add ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt, stirring to incorporate the flavors.
If using, add dark rum to the sauce and cook for an additional minute.
Fry the banana halves in the caramel sauce for 2-3 minutes on each side.
Cool the bananas briefly on a plate before serving.
Serve the warm bananas over vanilla ice cream and drizzle with cinnamon butter sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and caramelization. Customize the sauce as desired.

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