My Southern Bananas Foster: Indulgent Dessert with a Twist
This indulgent dessert combines the rich flavors of caramelized bananas with a touch of rum, creating a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup dark rum
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the brown sugar and cinnamon, stirring until dissolved.
- Slice the bananas and place them in the skillet.
- Cook the bananas until they are golden and caramelized, about 2 minutes.
- Carefully add the dark rum and ignite with a long lighter to flambé.
- Allow the flames to subside, then serve over vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum.
- Serve immediately for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Bananas Foster, dessert, Southern recipe