Bananas Fosters Recipe
Sautéed caramelized bananas in a cinnamon rum syrup over ice cream
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Ingredients
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Bananas
Cinnamon Rum Syrup
Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Bananas
Peel the ripe bananas and slice them in half lengthwise. Then, cut each half into smaller pieces, approximately 1-2 inches long.
Cooking
- 2
Make the Cinnamon Rum Syrup
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the brown sugar, stirring until it dissolves completely.
- 3
Add Cinnamon and Rum
Stir in the cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Gradually pour in the dark rum while continuing to stir. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- 4
Caramelize the Bananas
Add the sliced bananas to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, gently flipping the bananas halfway through, until they are tender and caramelized. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
