Grilled Bananas with Sweetened Cream
Indulge in the perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and creamy with this Grilled Bananas with Sweetened Cream recipe! This easy-to-make dessert elevates ripe but firm bananas with a quick dusting of brown sugar and cinnamon, then caramelizes them to perfection on the grill. The warm, smoky bananas are paired with a luxuriously fluffy sweetened cream, whipped with just the right touch of vanilla for a hint of aromatic depth. Ready in just 20 minutes, this delightful treat is perfect for summer barbecues, weeknight indulgence, or an impressive dinner-party finale. Personalize it with your favorite toppings—think chopped nuts, a drizzle of chocolate sauce, or both—to create your ultimate dessert. A truly effortless and irresistibly flavorful way to satisfy your sweet tooth!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe but firm bananas
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- as desired optional toppings (e.g., chopped nuts, chocolate sauce)
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat.
Peel the bananas and slice them in half lengthwise.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon together.
Brush the cut sides of the bananas lightly with melted butter, then sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly over the buttered sides.
Place the bananas on the preheated grill, cut side down. Grill for about 2-3 minutes or until caramelized and slightly softened. Flip the bananas and grill for another 1-2 minutes on the other side. Remove from the grill and set aside.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with a hand mixer or whisk until soft peaks form.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream, then continue beating until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
Serve the grilled bananas warm, topped with a generous dollop of the sweetened cream. Add optional toppings such as chopped nuts or a drizzle of chocolate sauce if desired.
Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.7 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.8 g | 289% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 273 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 212 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.2 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1780 mg | 38% | |
*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.
