Caribbean Baked Bananas
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this indulgent yet simple recipe for Caribbean Baked Bananas. Featuring ripe bananas bathed in a luscious sauce made of melted butter, brown sugar, dark rum, and a fragrant blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, this dessert is bursting with warm, exotic flavors. A splash of tangy lime juice balances the sweetness, while an optional sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts adds a delightful crunch. Baked until tender and golden, these caramelized bananas are best served warm, and for the ultimate tropical treat, pair them with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is an effortless way to impress at dinner parties or elevate your weeknight sweets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe bananas
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
Peel the bananas and slice them lengthwise in half. Arrange the banana halves in the prepared baking dish with the cut side facing up.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, dark rum, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and lime juice. Mix until the sugar is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour the sauce evenly over the bananas, ensuring they are well-coated.
If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts over the top for added texture and flavor.
Bake the bananas in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and the sauce is bubbling.
Remove the bananas from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.5 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.3 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 129 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.1 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 2164 mg | 46% | |
*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.
