Ingredients for Arlene's Bananas Foster
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur
- 4 scoops high-quality vanilla ice cream
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How to Make Arlene's Bananas Foster
- In a large skillet, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar is melted and forms a light amber caramel.
- Add 4 ripe bananas, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Sauté for approximately 3 minutes, stirring gently, until the bananas are slightly softened and caramelized.
- Carefully add 1/4 cup dark rum (or substitute with extra liqueur) and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off slightly. Stir in 2 tablespoons of your favorite coffee liqueur (such as Kahlúa) and remove from heat.
- Prepare 4 dessert bowls or plates. Place one scoop of high-quality vanilla ice cream in each bowl. Divide the banana mixture evenly among the bowls, drizzling the remaining sauce over the top. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
271g
Fat
85g
Carbs
25g