Description
Sweet aromas of cinnamon-kissed pan fried cinnamon bananas dance through kitchens, promising pure dessert magic. Warm golden caramelized edges and rich spice notes invite flavor seekers to savor this simple yet irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 bananas (slightly overripe)
Sweeteners:
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or substitute)
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Carefully prepare ripe, firm bananas by slicing them into uniform, elegant rounds approximately one-third inch thick.
- Create a tantalizing spice blend by mixing sugar, ground cinnamon, and optional nutmeg in a small mixing bowl, setting the aromatic mixture aside.
- Coat a large skillet with a light mist of nonstick cooking spray, then gently heat the surface over medium-low temperature.
- Arrange banana slices in a single layer across the heated skillet, ensuring each piece has adequate contact with the cooking surface.
- Generously dust the exposed side of banana rounds with half of the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture, allowing the spices to delicately coat each slice.
- Cook the bananas for approximately 2-3 minutes, monitoring their transformation as they develop a golden caramelized exterior.
- Carefully flip each banana slice using a spatula, revealing the beautifully bronzed surface.
- Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar blend over the newly exposed sides of the banana rounds.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the bananas reach a soft, warm consistency and emit a fragrant, sweet aroma.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, allowing the caramelized bananas to showcase their rich, spiced flavor profile.
Notes
- Choose ripe yet firm bananas to ensure they hold their shape during cooking and caramelize beautifully without turning mushy.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent bananas from sticking and breaking while maintaining a smooth, golden surface.
- Adjust heat to medium-low for gentle caramelization, allowing sugar to create a delicate crispy exterior without burning the fruit.
- Sprinkle spices evenly to guarantee consistent flavor across each banana slice, creating a balanced and aromatic dessert.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg