Indulge in This Easy Bananas Foster Recipe for a Gourmet Treat

Enjoy a classic Bananas Foster recipe featuring caramelized bananas and dark rum, served over vanilla ice cream—a delightful gluten-free dessert.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

4 tablespoons unsalted butter substitute with dairy-free butter if desired
1 cup brown sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon use a cinnamon stick for more aroma
1/4 cup dark rum can be substituted with apple or pineapple juice

For the Bananas

2 pieces ripe bananas choose firm, yellow bananas

For Serving

4 scoops vanilla ice cream can be swapped for coconut ice cream
pecans or walnuts omit for nut allergies or replace with toasted coconut

Equipment

8-inch cast iron skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In an 8-inch cast iron skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat until it becomes foamy.
Add 1 cup of brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon into the skillet, stir until the sugar dissolves.
Carefully slice 2 ripe bananas lengthwise and place in the bubbling sauce, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side.
Turn off the heat and pour 1/4 cup of dark rum over the bananas, ignite carefully to flambe.
Let the rum flame for about 30 seconds or continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes if not flambéing.
Spoon the warm banana and caramel sauce over scoops of vanilla ice cream and sprinkle with chopped nuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal texture, select firm, yellow bananas. Always have safety equipment nearby when using flames.

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