Caribbean Bananas
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this irresistible Caribbean Bananas recipe, a quick and easy dessert brimming with flavor. Perfectly ripe bananas are caramelized in a rich blend of melted butter and brown sugar, then delicately spiced with ground cinnamon. A splash of dark rum takes the dish to the next level, adding a warm, smoky depth—complete with the flare of an optional flambé for show-stopping presentation. A squeeze of fresh lime juice provides a tangy finish that perfectly balances the sweetness, while a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream makes for the ultimate indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Caribbean-inspired treat is perfect for a weeknight dessert or dinner party finale!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe bananas
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice them in half lengthwise.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbly.
Add the brown sugar and stir until it dissolves into the butter to create a smooth caramel sauce, about 1 minute.
Place the banana slices flat side down in the skillet, and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Carefully flip them over and cook for an additional 2 minutes until softened but not mushy.
Sprinkle the ground cinnamon evenly over the bananas.
Add the dark rum to the skillet and carefully ignite it with a long lighter or match (optional, for flambé). Allow the flames to burn off and extinguish naturally.
Drizzle the lime juice over the cooked bananas for a bright, tangy flavor balance.
Serve the bananas warm, either on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.9 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 617 mg | 13% | |
*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.
