Description
Pan-Fried Cinnamon Bananas is a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with warm cinnamon and caramel flavors. This easy stovetop recipe creates a delicious treat perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
- vanilla ice cream
- Greek yogurt
- chopped nuts
- maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the Caramelized Bananas: In a medium nonstick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until combined and bubbling.
- Cook the Bananas: Add the banana slices in a single layer and cook for about 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden and caramelized. Gently flip with a spatula to avoid breaking the bananas.
- Serve: Once cooked, remove from heat and serve warm as-is or over pancakes, oatmeal, or ice cream.
Notes
- Best enjoyed immediately.
- Use slightly underripe bananas for a firmer texture.
- You can also add a splash of vanilla or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 banana
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
