Caramelized Bananas
Caramelized Bananas are a simple and sweet dessert that is the perfect topping for ice cream, oatmeal, or French toast. With just a few simple ingredients and a couple of minutes on the stove, you can have a satisfying treat that’s perfect for any time of day.
Why This Caramelized Bananas Recipe is So Good
- Caramelized Bananas are incredibly versatile. They can be served as a simple dessert on their own, or as a topping for other dishes like pancakes, waffles, or French toast.
- You only need a few basic ingredients to make Caramelized Bananas, which you likely already have in your pantry.
- Making Caramelized Bananas is quick and easy. Simply slice the bananas and toss them in brown sugar. Then cook them in the frying pan with melted butter until golden brown and perfectly gooey on the inside.
Tips and Tricks for Making Caramelized Bananas
- You can slice the bananas into long strips if desired.
- It’s important to choose the right bananas. Use ripe but firm bananas, which are easier to slice and won’t turn mushy during cooking.
- Be careful not to use too much butter or sugar, as this can result in a soggy or overly sweet dish. The amount provided in the recipe has been tested to give you the perfect balance of sweetness.
- Once the bananas are in the pan, resist the urge to constantly stir them. Let them cook for a few minutes on each side before flipping, to allow the caramelization to occur.
- Caramelized bananas are best served hot and fresh from the pan.
- Experiment with different spices and flavors to create your own unique twist on this classic dessert. We think pumpkin spice or cinnamon would be a great addition to this dish.
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Caramelized Bananas
Caramelized Bananas are a simple and sweet dessert that is the perfect topping for ice cream, oatmeal, or French toast. With just a few simple ingredients and a couple of minutes on the stove, you can have a satisfying treat that's perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
- 2 large bananas
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Slice the bananas into rounds approx. ¾” thick.
- Add the sliced bananas and brown sugar to a bowl and toss to coat.
- Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the bananas for about 4 minutes on each side until golden and caramelized.
Notes
- You can slice the bananas into long strips if desired.
- It's important to choose the right bananas. Use ripe but firm bananas, which are easier to slice and won't turn mushy during cooking.
- Be careful not to use too much butter or sugar, as this can result in a soggy or overly sweet dish. The amount provided in the recipe has been tested to give you the perfect balance of sweetness.
- Once the bananas are in the pan, resist the urge to constantly stir them. Let them cook for a few minutes on each side before flipping, to allow the caramelization to occur.
- Caramelized bananas are best served hot and fresh from the pan.
- Experiment with different spices and flavors to create your own unique twist on this classic dessert.
- Caramelized bananas are delicious served over ice cream, or as a topping for pancakes, waffles or French toast.
