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Rum Bananas

Cultural Context

Originating in New Orleans, Rum Bananas, also known as Bananas Foster, was created in the 1950s and has since become a beloved dessert across America. Traditionally served flambéed, this dish showcases the delightful combination of caramelized bananas and rich rum, often paired with vanilla ice cream. Today, it remains a popular choice for special occasions and dinner parties, celebrated for its dramatic presentation and indulgent flavors.

AmericanUSdessert
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 medium bananas
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup walnuts
1/4 cup dark rum

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

dark rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum extract

💰Cheaper: light rum

Non-alcoholic option for flavor without alcohol

1

Select bananas that are perfectly ripe with a little bit of green left.

2

Cut the bananas in half and then slice them lengthwise to increase surface area for caramelization.

3

Melt some butter in a skillet.

4

Add brown sugar, a little cinnamon, and vanilla to the melted butter to create a caramel.

5

Once the caramel is formed, add the sliced bananas and walnuts to the skillet.

6

Cook the bananas and walnuts for about a minute.

7

Turn off the heat and carefully add rum to the skillet.

8

Use a long match to ignite the rum, being cautious as it ignites.

9

Allow the alcohol to burn off for less than a minute until a nice syrup forms.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingflambéing

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Bananas Foster

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