Turning Overripe Bananas Into Caramel? | The Crumby Bits Eps 3

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🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness with a unique flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor and is dairy-free.

Peel the bananas and slice them into small chunks.

Place the banana chunks in a pot over low heat.

Cook the bananas, stirring occasionally to prevent them from catching on the bottom of the pan.

Continue cooking and stirring until the bananas break down and caramelize.

Blend the mixture until smooth and glossy.

Optionally, add butter for a smoother texture, but the creator chose to leave it as is.

Serve the caramelized bananas on ice cream, yogurt, or with fruit and granola.

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