This Is Bananas Recipe
banana custard, banana whipped cream, Brulee fresh banana, and chocolate hazelnut crumble
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Ingredients
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Banana Custard
Banana Whipped Cream
Brulee Fresh Banana
Chocolate Hazelnut Crumble
Method
Banana Custard
- 1
Prepare the Bananas
Peel and mash the 3 ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine the mashed bananas, milk, sugar, cornstarch, and eggs. Whisk until well combined.
- 3
Cook the Custard
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and bubbles. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- 4
Cool the Custard
Transfer the custard to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Banana Whipped Cream
- 5
Prepare the Banana
Peel and mash the ripe banana in a mixing bowl.
- 6
Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- 7
Combine Ingredients
Add powdered sugar, mashed banana, and vanilla extract to the whipped cream. Gently fold until fully combined.
Brulee Fresh Banana
- 8
Prepare the Bananas
Peel and slice the 2 ripe bananas in half lengthwise.
- 9
Caramelize the Sugar
Place the banana halves cut side up on a baking sheet and sprinkle brown sugar evenly over each half.
- 10
Brulee the Bananas
Using a kitchen torch, carefully brulee the sugar until it melts and caramelizes. Alternatively, broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
Chocolate Hazelnut Crumble
- 11
Prepare the Crumble Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate hazelnut spread, all-purpose flour, softened butter, and brown sugar. Mix until crumbly.
- 12
Bake the Crumble
Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown, stirring halfway through.
- 13
Cool the Crumble
Remove from the oven and let cool completely before using.