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    Caramelized bananas

    Published: Nov 27, 2020 · Modified: Nov 27, 2020 by Sarah Brooks

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    These caramelized bananas are quick, easy and delicious. On the table in just fifteen minutes, they are delicious on their own or with a scoop of ice cream. If you like bananas foster you are going to love these.

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    I was making my banana ice cream when it occurred to me the caramelized bananas would be delicious on their own without turning them into ice cream.

    And I was right. The cooked bananas are absolutely delicious as they are. If you like bananas foster but are looking for something without the alcohol then this recipe is for you. Quick, easy and on the table in just fifteen minutes.

    Ingredients

    Caramelized bananas ingredients, butter, golden syrup, bananas, brown sugar, salt, ground nutmeg.

    Bananas: I used medium bananas in this recipe but you can use any size you like. The bananas need to be ripe or they will be sour.

    Brown sugar: also called light brown sugar and adds to the lovely caramel flavor of these bananas. You could try using dark brown sugar if you like, or white sugar at a pinch.

    Golden syrup: also called light treacle, really adds to the caramel flavor of this recipe. You could use maple syrup or honey instead if you like but this will add these flavors to the final dish.

    Butter: because butter makes most things taste better. In this recipe helps with the caramelization of the bananas. You can substitute with margarine to make this vegan.

    Nutmeg: ground nutmeg gives a lovely twist to this recipe. You could use cinnamon if you prefer, or leave it out all together.

    How to make caramelized bananas

    • Slicing bananas.
    • Flipping cooked bananas in frying pan with spatula.

    Peel the banana and slice them length ways, then in half.

    Heat a frypan to medium high heat. Add the bananas, flat side down a cook for a couple of minutes until brown and cooked on one side.

    • Adding butter to bananas in frying pan on stove.
    • Adding brown sugar to bananas in frying pan on stove.
    • Adding golden syrup to bananas in frying pan on stove.
    • Adding ground nutmeg to bananas in frying pan on stove.

    Add the butter, brown sugar, golden syrup, nutmeg and salt. Gently swirl pan to combine the caramel. Flip the bananas and cook on the other side till golden brown, spooning some of the caramel over the bananas.

    Remove from heat and serve immediately.

    How to serve

    Caramelized bananas in caramel sauce, with a scoop of banana ice cream on top, and a spoon of caramel sauce dripping down the ice cream, on a white plate.

    To serve transfer to plate or bowl and eat immediately. Fabulous with some whipped cream or a big scoop of my banana or vanilla ice cream. Delicious!

    How to store

    Theses caramelized bananas are best eaten immediately after cooking. At a pinch you could put them in an airtight container and store them for up to two days. If you're not ready to eat the straight away you are best to store the ingredients separately until you are ready to cook them.

    Have you made this recipe? Tell me how it went in the comments below and tag me on instagram so I can see your delicious creations! @keep_calm_and_eat_icecream

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    Caramelized bananas

    These caramelized bananas are quick, easy and delicious. On the table in just fifteen minutes, they are delicious on their own or with a scoop of ice cream. If you like bananas foster you are going to love these.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: Australian
    Keyword: banana dessert, Bananas forster without alcohol, Caramel bananas, grilled bananas, tropical dessert
    Servings: 2 people

    Ingredients

    • 4 medium ripe bananas
    • ¼ cup (60gms) brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon (20gms) butter or margarine
    • 2 tablespoons (40gms) golden syrup or light treacle
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 1 pinch salt

    Instructions

    • Peel the bananas and cut them length ways, then in half.
    • Heat the fry pan on medium high heat.
    • Add the bananas, flat side down and allow to cook for a couple of minutes.
    • Add the butter, brown sugar, golden syrup, nutmeg and salt.
    • Flip the bananas once, giving the pan a gentle swirl to combine the caramel and spoon some of the liquid over the bananas.
    • Cook for another few minutes until bananas are golden brown and caramelized and cooked through.
    • Transfer to plates or bowls and serve immediately. Fabulous on its own, with some whipped cream or a scoop of banana or vanilla ice cream. Delicious!

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    1. Peter

      November 29, 2020 at 1:09 pm

      5 stars
      I love caramelised bananas, but have never added golden syrup, what a great idea! Definitely trying this!! Thank you!

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      • Sarah Brooks

        December 03, 2020 at 9:50 am

        Thanks Peter, the golden syrup really adds to the lovely caramel flavor 🙂

        Reply
    2. Rahi

      November 30, 2020 at 9:33 pm

      5 stars
      This dish shouts my name all over it!!! Love caramelised banana on anything. What an amazing recipe.

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      • Sarah Brooks

        December 03, 2020 at 9:53 am

        Thanks Rahi, its such as awesome flavor. You might want to check out my caramelized banana ice cream recipe to 🙂

        Reply
    3. Sylvie

      November 30, 2020 at 10:43 pm

      5 stars
      Yeeeees please! Caramelised Bananas make such an easy dessert that is always so delicious and decadent!

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      • Sarah Brooks

        December 03, 2020 at 9:54 am

        Thanks Sylvie, yup easy and delicious, win win 🙂

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