Amaretto Bananas Foster Recipe

Ingredients for Amaretto Bananas Foster

• 4 ripe bananas, sliced lengthwise
• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
• Light Brown Sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Vanilla Extract
• Pinch of salt
• 2 ounces amaretto (or 1 oz dark rum & 1 oz banana liqueur)

How to Make Amaretto Bananas Foster

1. Melt 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add 4 ripe bananas, sliced lengthwise, to the skillet.
3. Cook, stirring frequently, until bananas are softened and slightly browned (about 3-5 minutes).
4. Stir in 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the sauce begins to thicken (about 2-3 minutes).
5. Add 2 ounces of amaretto (or 1 oz dark rum & 1 oz banana liqueur for the classic version). Reduce heat to low and stir until the alcohol is incorporated and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.
6. If flambéing (for experienced cooks only), carefully ignite the alcohol with a long match or kitchen torch. Allow the flames to die down before serving.
7. Serve immediately over vanilla ice cream or vanilla pudding. Enjoy!