One banana, two banana, three bananas foster!
These gooey, caramelized bananas taste great on ice cream, can be eaten solo, or even used to top waffles or pancakes instead of syrup. Dessert has never been so easy! This recipe can be made in 10 minutes flat and you’ll be in pure bliss with every bite!
Kid-friendly
The alcohol from the rum will completely burn off during the cooking process so there’s no need to worry if you’re serving it to the kids!
Some of our favorite ways to use Caramelized Bananas as a topping:
- Cheesecake
- Ice Cream
- Oatmeal or Baked Oatmeal
- Pancakes, waffles or French toast
- Yogurt
- Served with a dollop of Homemade Whipped Cream
- Served with Homemade Candied Nuts

Caramelized Banana Topping
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Course: ,
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Prep Time: 2 minutes
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Cook Time: 5 to 10 minutes
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Total Time: 26 minute
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Yield: 7 to 12 minutes 1x
Description
One banana, two banana, three bananas foster! These gooey, caramelized bananas taste great on ice cream, can be eaten solo or even used to top waffles or pancakes instead of syrup. Dessert has never been so easy! This recipe can be made in 10 minutes flat and you’ll be in pure bliss with every bite!
Ingredients
- 2 large bananas (ripe)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 teaspoons rum
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Slice each banana in half and then again lengthwise (hot dog style).
- Melt butter in a large skillet. Add maple syrup and stir until combined. Add vanilla, rum, and cinnamon. Bring to a low simmer and stir until combined.
- On medium heat, add bananas and cook 2-4 minutes on each side, until bananas are softened and begin to brown. Serve immediately!
Notes
We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
Keywords: Caramelized Bananas Topping, Bananas, Toppings

