Description
Experience the delightful taste of My Southern Bananas Foster, a classic dessert that brings the flavors of the South right to your table! This quick and easy recipe features perfectly caramelized bananas in a rich, buttery sauce with hints of cinnamon and vanilla extract, all without alcohol. In just 10 minutes, you can create a stunning dish that’s perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in. Serve warm over creamy vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced lengthwise
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup organic brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Pinch of ground allspice
- 2 teaspoons alcohol-free vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and slice the bananas lengthwise.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until fully melted but not browned.
- Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, sea salt, and allspice until well combined.
- Carefully add the sliced bananas to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and coated with the sauce.
- Remove from heat and gently stir in the vanilla extract.
- Serve warm over scoops of vanilla ice cream; top with crushed Nilla wafer cookies if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 48g
- Sodium: 175mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For optimal sweetness, use bananas with some brown spots but avoid overly ripe ones to prevent mushiness. Adjust sugar levels based on personal preference; reduce brown sugar for a less sweet version. Feel free to experiment with spices like cardamom for unique flavor variations.