Rum Banana Sauce
Transform your desserts with this luscious Rum Banana Sauce, a rich and indulgent topping that pairs perfectly with pancakes, waffles, ice cream, and more. Made with ripe bananas, dark brown sugar, and a hint of ground cinnamon, this recipe creates a warm, caramelized flavor that's elevated by a splash of dark rum and a touch of heavy cream for a silky finish. With an optional flambé step for a dramatic flair, this quick and easy sauce comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect recipe to impress guests or elevate everyday treats. Sweet, spiced, and delightfully boozy, this banana sauce strikes the perfect balance of comfort and decadence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe bananas
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup dark brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, stir in the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sugar begins to dissolve and the mixture turns smooth.
Add the banana slices to the saucepan and gently stir to coat them in the butter and sugar mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the bananas to soften slightly.
Carefully pour in the dark rum. If desired, ignite the rum using a long lighter to flambé for additional depth of flavor. Allow the flame to extinguish before proceeding.
Stir in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or any dessert of your choice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.2 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 183 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.7 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 938 mg | 20% | |
*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.
