Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Cinnamon Pan-Fried Bananas, featuring ripe bananas caramelized in butter and brown sugar with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla. This quick and easy dessert is perfect on its own or served over vanilla ice cream, making it a delicious treat any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Chopped nuts (optional, for garnish)
- Vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bananas: Select ripe bananas that are yellow with a few brown spots. Peel and slice them diagonally into 1-inch thick pieces.
- Mix Cinnamon-Sugar: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Melt Butter: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it bubbles slightly, being careful not to brown it.
- Cook Bananas: Add the sliced bananas to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and caramelized, then gently flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add Cinnamon-Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the bananas and gently toss to coat. The sugar will melt and create a syrupy glaze.
- Incorporate Vanilla: Add the vanilla extract to the skillet and stir gently. Cook for an additional minute to meld the flavors.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
- Serve: Plate the bananas or serve in a dessert bowl. For an indulgent treat, serve warm bananas over a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzle with any remaining syrup.
- Enjoy: Savor your warm cinnamon pan-fried bananas as a dessert or sweet breakfast treat!
Notes
- For a twist, add a splash of rum or bourbon after the vanilla extract.
- Substitute brown sugar with honey or maple syrup for a healthier option, adjusting cooking time as needed.
- Experiment with spices like nutmeg or allspice for added flavor.
- Try different nuts such as pecans or walnuts for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes