Polentina with Bananas and Maple Syrup
Transform your breakfast routine with this irresistible Polentina with Bananas and Maple Syrup recipe—a cozy, creamy twist on classic porridge that’s perfect for leisurely mornings or an indulgent brunch. Featuring velvety fine cornmeal simmered with milk and water until luxuriously smooth, this dish is elevated with a touch of butter and fragrant vanilla. The crowning glory? Slices of bananas, caramelized to golden perfection in brown sugar and cinnamon, create a wonderfully sweet, spiced topping. Drizzle it all with rich maple syrup and sprinkle with optional chopped nuts for a decadent finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting polenta bowl is as visually stunning as it is delicious, delivering a heavenly blend of creamy, caramelized, and nutty flavors in every bite. Perfect for those craving a gluten-free, wholesome yet indulgent breakfast treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Fine cornmeal (polenta)
- 500 milliliters Milk
- 250 milliliters Water
- 1 pinch Salt
- 30 grams Butter
- 2 whole Bananas
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Gradually whisk in the cornmeal, ensuring there are no lumps. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for about 15 minutes, or until the polenta thickens and becomes creamy.
Stir in butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, then remove from heat. Keep warm.
Peel the bananas and slice them into rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the brown sugar and a small knob of butter. Add the banana slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly caramelized. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon while cooking.
To serve, spoon the warm polenta into bowls. Top each portion with the caramelized bananas and drizzle generously with maple syrup.
Optionally, sprinkle with chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.9 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 523 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.5 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 113.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 725 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1953 mg | 42% | |
*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.
