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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 tablespoons butter
4 bananas
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup dark rum
2 cups Ben and Jerry's Chunky Monkey non-dairy frozen dessert
1/2 cup banana chips
1/4 cup powdered sugar

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

Melt butter in a pan.

2

Add bananas to the melted butter.

3

Heat the bananas to caramelize them slightly.

4

Add brown sugar and a little more butter to the pan.

5

Flip the bananas to ensure even cooking and caramelization.

6

Remove the pan from heat and add dark rum carefully to avoid splattering.

7

Return the pan to heat to let the alcohol burn off.

8

Prepare to plate the dish by adding the cooked bananas to the ice cream.

9

Add banana chips over the top of the dish as a secret ingredient.

10

Sprinkle a tiny bit of powdered sugar over the top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingflambéing

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Bananas Foster

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