Caramelized Plantains
Indulge in the sweet and buttery delight of Caramelized Plantains, a quick and flavorful recipe that highlights the natural sweetness of ripe plantains. Perfectly golden and caramelized in a luscious mixture of melted butter and brown sugar, these plantain slices bring a tropical twist to your dessert or side dish game. A pinch of salt balances the flavor, while optional hints of cinnamon and vanilla add a warm, aromatic touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is a versatile treat—serve it as a standalone dessert, pair it with a scoop of creamy ice cream, or enjoy it as a decadent side to your favorite savory meals!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe plantains
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Peel the plantains and slice them on a diagonal into approximately 1/2-inch thick slices.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely.
Once the butter has melted, sprinkle the brown sugar evenly across the skillet and let it melt slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
Carefully place the plantain slices in a single layer in the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, until golden brown and caramelized.
Flip the plantains and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side, until both sides are caramelized and the plantains are soft.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and, if desired, add cinnamon and vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
Remove from heat and transfer the caramelized plantains to a serving dish. Serve warm as a dessert or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1048 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 176 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.1 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 116.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 3044 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
