Description
A delightful dessert of caramelized bananas in a rich rum sauce, served over vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup dark rum
- 2 medium bananas (sliced lengthwise, then cut in quarters)
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium-sized skillet over medium-low heat.
- Add the brown sugar and whisk until it dissolves (about 3 minutes).
- Add the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and rum, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until thick.
- Slice the bananas while the sauce cooks.
- Once the mixture bubbles, reduce heat to low and add the bananas. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in walnuts, and let cool slightly to thicken.
- Portion ½ cup of vanilla ice cream into 4 dessert bowls.
- Divide the bananas foster equally among the bowls and serve immediately.
Notes
For a healthier option, consider using sugar substitutes like Stevia or Monk Fruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg