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Banana Ambrosia Recipe

This easy 15-minute Banana Ambrosia recipe is a delightful twist on a classic dessert! Sweet bananas are baked to perfection in a tangy orange juice and brown sugar glaze, then topped with a sprinkle of coconut. Warm or cold, it's the perfect quick treat for any occasion. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 288.8 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Banana Ambrosia

  • 4 medium bananas
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 orange, diced
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • nonstick cooking spray

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How to Make Banana Ambrosia

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spray a 9-inch pie plate with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Peel the bananas and cut each in half crosswise. Then, cut each half into quarters lengthwise.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of the orange juice. Dip each banana piece into the orange juice to coat lightly.
  5. Arrange the banana pieces in the prepared pie plate.
  6. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup orange juice, the diced orange, and brown sugar until the sugar dissolves.
  7. Pour the orange mixture evenly over the bananas in the pie plate.
  8. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the bananas are soft and the glaze is bubbly.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  10. Just before serving, sprinkle generously with shredded coconut.
  11. Serve warm or chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

162g

Fat

19g

Carbs

21g

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Sweets & Sides Desserts Vegetarian Vegan Gluten Free Baking 30 Minutes Or Less

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Main Ingredient Preparation Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Fruit Easy Low Fat Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Calorie Healthy 2 Low In Something Tropical Fruit Bananas