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Bananas Foster for One: Delightful Dessert Recipe!

A delightful dessert recipe for a single serving of Bananas Foster, featuring caramelized bananas and vanilla ice cream.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ripe banana
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ounce dark rum optional
  • 1 scoop vanilla ice cream

Method
 

  1. In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the brown sugar and cinnamon, stirring until the mixture is bubbly and well combined.
  3. Slice the banana in half lengthwise and place it cut-side down in the skillet.
  4. Cook for about 2 minutes until the banana is slightly caramelized.
  5. Carefully flip the banana and cook for another minute.
  6. Add the vanilla extract and rum, if using, and let it cook for an additional minute, allowing the alcohol to cook off.
  7. Remove the skillet from heat and place the banana on a plate.
  8. Pour the sauce over the banana and serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute the butter with coconut oil and use a sugar substitute for the brown sugar.
  • You can also add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch and flavor.

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