Southern Banana Fosters
This classic Southern banana dessert features slices ripe Bananas gently sautéed in a rich sauce of butter and brown sugar until tender. The addition of dark rum adds a deep and warm complexity that pairs beautifully with a scoop of cold butter pecan ice cream. It is a timeless treat that brings warmth and comfort to any table.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 262kcal
INGREDIENTS
- ½ stick unsalted butter ¼ cup
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 4 large Bananas ripe but firm
- ¼ cup dark rum
- Butter pecan ice cream for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
- Peel the bananas and cut each piece in half right across the middle. Next, slice every half lengthwise down the center to create neat halves, then set them aside.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a wide skillet over medium heat, then stir in the brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg until the mixture is smooth and bubbling.
- Carefully add the banana slices to the pan in a single layer and cook them gently for a few minutes until they begin to soften and become golden brown.
- Pour the dark rum into the pan and let the sauce simmer gently to cook off the alcohol safely without any open flames. If you prefer a dramatic presentation with flames, take the skillet off the burner before adding the rum, carefully ignite it with a long lighter, place the pan back over the heat, and swirl it gently until the fire dies out and the sauce thickens.
- Spoon the warm bananas and syrup immediately over scoops of cold butter pecan ice cream and some Pecan nuts. Enjoy!
Notes
- Choose bananas that are ripe so they are sweet, but make sure they are still firm so they hold their shape during the sautéing process. DONOT USE OVER RIPE BANANAS
- Serving Temperature: For the best contrast in texture and temperature, assemble and serve the dessert right away while the fruit and sauce are still warm.
- Kid-Friendly Alternative: You can completely omit the dark rum and substitute it with a splash of apple juice and a teaspoon of vanilla extract to keep the sauce flavorful and alcohol-free.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Southern Banana Fosters
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g
Sodium 10mg0%
Potassium 526mg15%
Carbohydrates 58g19%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 43g48%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 88IU2%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 31mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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