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Classic Bananas Foster: Restaurant-Style Dessert in Minutes

A white bowl filled with caramelized Bananas Foster pieces topped with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce.
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Make authentic, restaurant-style Bananas Foster at home. This recipe delivers caramelized bananas in a rich, buttery rum sauce served warm over vanilla ice cream, ready in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 firm, ripe bananas, peeled and sliced lengthwise
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup dark rum (high-CPC phrase)
  • 1/4 cup banana liqueur (optional)
  • Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the brown sugar and cinnamon to the melted butter. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture bubbles, creating a smooth sauce.
  3. Add the sliced bananas to the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute per side until they are lightly coated and slightly softened.
  4. Remove the skillet from the heat. Carefully pour the dark rum into the skillet.
  5. Return the skillet to medium-high heat. Tilt the pan slightly toward the flame (if using a gas stove) or use a long match to ignite the rum. Allow the alcohol to burn off completely (flambé). This creates the signature flavor.
  6. Once the flames subside, stir in the banana liqueur, if using.
  7. Serve the warm bananas and sauce immediately over scoops of cold vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • If you prefer not to flambé, simply simmer the rum in the sauce for 2 minutes before adding the bananas.
  • Use firm, slightly under-ripe bananas to prevent them from turning mushy during cooking.
  • This recipe is a quick dessert recipe, perfect for serving over ice cream.

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