Classic Brennan's Bananas Foster

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    641 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    Cajun

Classic Brennan's Bananas Foster

This iconic New Orleans dessert features caramelized bananas in a cinnamon-spiced rum sauce, flambéed tableside and served over vanilla ice cream for a dramatic and delicious finale to any meal.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup banana liqueur
  • 4 banana cut in half, then cut lengthwise
  • 1/4 cup rum dark
  • 4 coops vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  1. Combine the butter, sugar, and cinnamon in a flambé pan or skillet. Place the pan over low heat either on an alcohol burner or on top of the stove, and cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. 
  2. Stir in the banana liqueur, then place the bananas in the pan. When the banana sections soften and begin to brown, carefully add the rum.
  3. Continue to cook the sauce until the rum is hot, then tip the pan slightly to ignite the rum. When the flames subside, lift the bananas out of the pan and place four pieces over each portion of ice cream.
  4. Generously spoon warm sauce over the top of the ice cream and serve immediately.  

Notes

  • The key to perfect Bananas Foster is timing. The bananas should be heated just enough to soften and absorb the caramel flavors without becoming mushy. For the most impressive presentation, dim the lights before flambeing to enhance the visual drama. If serving to guests, consider bringing the pan to the table for the flambe (if you're experienced with the technique). The spectacle of the dancing blue flames is half the experience of this classic dessert.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 641kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 102g (34%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Cholesterol 59mg (20%) Sodium 170mg (7%) Potassium 626mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 87g (174%) Vitamin A 710IU (14%) Vitamin C 10.6mg (12%) Calcium 139mg (14%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 641 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 641kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 102g 34%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 59mg 20%
Sodium 170mg 7%
Potassium 626mg 13%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 87g 174%
Vitamin A 710IU 14%
Vitamin C 10.6mg 12%
Calcium 139mg 14%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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