Bananas Au Gratin

Dive into decadence with this Bananas Au Gratin recipe—a mouthwatering twist on the classic dessert gratin. Perfectly ripened bananas are layered in a baking dish, infused with cinnamon and vanilla, and topped with a buttery, golden crumble made with brown sugar, oats, and flour. Just when you think it can't get any better, a luscious homemade caramel sauce is drizzled over the top, adding a rich, sweet finish to every bite. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a short bake in the oven, this quick and easy dessert is an ideal treat for weeknight indulgence or impressing guests at dinner parties. Serve it warm on its own or elevate the experience with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. This simple yet elegant banana dessert is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ripe bananas
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 40 grams unsalted butter
• 40 grams plain flour
• 30 grams rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 100 milliliters heavy cream
• 20 grams granulated sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Peel the bananas, slice them lengthwise, and then cut each half into 2-3 pieces. Arrange the banana slices in a single layer in a baking dish.

Step 3

Sprinkle the bananas with the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon for added flavor.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and rolled oats. Cut the butter into small cubes and rub it into the dry mixture with your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Spread the crumble mixture evenly over the bananas to cover them completely.

Step 6

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

While the gratin is baking, prepare the caramel sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and a smooth caramel sauce forms (around 3-5 minutes). Remove from the heat and set aside.

Step 8

Once the Bananas Au Gratin is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Drizzle the warm caramel sauce over the top of the gratin just before serving.

Step 10

Serve the Bananas Au Gratin warm as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	758.8 grams (758.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1592

Total Fat 71.30g	91%
Saturated Fat 40.80g	204%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 189mg	63%
Sodium 59mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 230.00g	84%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 126.80g
Protein 14.80g	30%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 124mg	10%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1955mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 56.8%