New England Bananas Foster Weight Watchers
Indulge in the decadent flavors of 'New England Bananas Foster Weight Watchers,' a lighter take on a classic dessert that combines elegance with guilt-free indulgence. Perfectly caramelized ripe bananas are coated in a rich, buttery sauce made with brown sugar substitute and a hint of cinnamon, offering all the sweetness without the extra calories. For an optional touch of flair, a dash of dark rum can elevate this dish through a flambé technique, adding depth to every bite. Finished with a dollop of fat-free whipped topping and a sprig of fresh mint, this quick and easy dessert is ready in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a low-calorie treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. Perfect for Weight Watchers, this recipe is a delightful reminder that you don't have to compromise flavor to stay on track.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium (ripe, but firm) bananas
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute (like Swerve or Splenda Brown)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon (optional) dark rum
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup (for serving) fat-free whipped topping
- 4 leaves (optional garnish) small mint leaves
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/4-inch thick diagonal slices. Set aside.
In a medium non-stick skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Sprinkle the brown sugar substitute evenly over the melted butter. Stir gently until the mixture begins to bubble, about 2 minutes.
Add the banana slices to the skillet in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for about 1 minute, then gently flip each slice to caramelize the other side, cooking for another minute.
Sprinkle the ground cinnamon over the bananas and stir gently to coat them evenly.
If using dark rum, carefully add it to the skillet. Stand back as you use a long lighter or match to carefully ignite the rum for a flambé effect (optional). Allow the flames to subside on their own. If not using rum, skip this step.
Stir in the vanilla extract and cook for another 30 seconds to a minute to let the flavors meld. Remove the skillet from heat.
Divide the bananas and caramel sauce evenly between two plates or bowls.
Top each serving with 1/4 cup of fat-free whipped topping and garnish with mint leaves, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this guilt-free dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.6 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 862 mg | 18% | |
*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.
