Bananas Foster
A classic New Orleans dessert made with caramelized bananas in a rich sauce, served warm over vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe bananas, sliced in half lengthwise
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup banana liqueur (optional) Can be substituted with water
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- as needed scoops vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, allowing it to foam.
- Once melted, sprinkle in the brown sugar and cinnamon, stirring until smooth and bubbling.
- Add the sliced bananas to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until caramelized on one side, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
- If using banana liqueur, carefully add it to the skillet, or use water and vanilla extract if not.
- Ignite the liqueur or sauce for a flambé effect, and step back as the flames create a spectacle.
- Once the flames die down, give the sauce a stir to combine thoroughly.
- Serve the banana mixture warm over a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Notes
Serve immediately for best flavor. Consider garnishing with extra cinnamon or chopped nuts for added texture.