Bananas with Vanilla Rum Sauce

Indulge in the sweet, tropical allure of Bananas with Vanilla Rum Sauce—a show-stopping dessert that’s ready in just 15 minutes! This simple yet elegant recipe transforms ripe bananas into a luscious treat by caramelizing them in a rich, buttery sauce made with brown sugar, pure vanilla extract, and a hint of dark rum. A dash of ground cinnamon adds warmth, making this dish irresistibly fragrant. Perfect served on its own or paired with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, this dessert is an impressive way to end any meal. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, this quick and easy banana dessert is guaranteed to be a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ripe bananas
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons dark rum
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 4 scoops vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the bananas and slice them lengthwise into halves. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the brown sugar to the skillet and stir until it dissolves into the butter, creating a smooth caramel-like sauce.

Step 4

Stir in the vanilla extract, dark rum, and ground cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 5

Gently place the banana halves into the skillet, cut side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, basting them with the warm sauce to ensure they are evenly coated.

Step 6

Once the bananas are tender and lightly caramelized, remove the skillet from heat.

Step 7

To serve, place two banana halves on each plate and drizzle generously with the vanilla rum sauce.

Step 8

Optionally, top each serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	987 grams (987.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2045

Total Fat 77.20g	99%
Saturated Fat 46.40g	232%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 240mg	80%
Sodium 265mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate 315.70g	115%
Dietary Fiber 15.10g	54%
Total Sugars 254.30g
Protein 14.90g	30%

Vitamin D 32IU	160%
Calcium 505mg	39%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 2549mg	54%

*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: 34.4%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 62.6%