Kids Favorite Honey Baked Bananas
Treat your little ones to a scrumptious and wholesome dessert with "Kids Favorite Honey Baked Bananas." This quick and easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a buttery honey glaze infused with warm cinnamon and fragrant vanilla. Baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, these bananas are soft, caramelized, and irresistibly delicious. Sprinkle chopped nuts for added crunch or top with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent twist. Perfect for busy weeknights or a special treat, this kid-approved dessert is a sure hit that’s as simple as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Bananas
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)
- as desired Optional toppings (e.g., whipped cream or vanilla ice cream)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Peel the bananas and place them whole in a baking dish. Ensure they are in a single layer.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (about 20-30 seconds).
Mix the melted butter with honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to create a fragrant glaze.
Drizzle the glaze evenly over the bananas, ensuring they are coated well.
If using, sprinkle chopped nuts over the bananas for extra crunch.
Bake the bananas in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are softened and slightly caramelized.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm, optionally topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
974 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.2 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 82 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 160 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.2 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1810 mg | 39% | |
*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.
