Description
Crispy pan fried cinnamon bananas offer a delightful dessert that caramelizes sweet fruit with warm spices. Golden brown edges and rich cinnamon notes make this simple treat irresistible for anyone craving a quick, indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced into 1-inch pieces
Sweeteners:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or maple syrup for a healthier option)
Seasoning and Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons butter (or coconut oil)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Select ripe, slightly firm bananas with minimal bruising for optimal texture and caramelization.
- Slice bananas diagonally into uniform 1-inch thick rounds to ensure even cooking and attractive presentation.
- Warm a non-stick skillet over medium heat, allowing the pan to distribute heat evenly before adding butter.
- Melt butter until it becomes frothy and coats the pan’s surface, creating a golden cooking foundation.
- Carefully place banana slices in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap or crowd the pan.
- Cook bananas for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side, watching for a rich golden-brown caramelized exterior.
- Sprinkle cinnamon and brown sugar directly over the sizzling bananas, gently stirring to create an even, glossy coating.
- Allow sugar to dissolve and create a luxurious glaze, which should take roughly 1 minute.
- Introduce vanilla extract and a delicate pinch of salt to enhance the depth of flavors.
- Continue cooking for an additional 30-60 seconds to marry the seasonings and intensify the caramelization.
- Transfer immediately to serving plates, optionally garnishing with chopped nuts, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Select ripe but firm bananas to ensure they hold their shape during cooking and caramelize beautifully without falling apart.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking and achieve an even golden-brown exterior without excessive butter.
- Adjust heat to medium-low for gentle caramelization, allowing sugars to melt slowly and create a rich, glossy coating on the bananas.
- Transform this simple dessert into a versatile treat by experimenting with alternative spices like nutmeg or cardamom for unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 36 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg