Fruits Afire

Ignite your dessert game with *Fruits Afire*, a show-stopping flambéed fruit medley that’s as delicious as it is dramatic. This quick and easy recipe combines ripe bananas, juicy pineapple chunks, and vibrant strawberries in a rich, caramelized sauce made from unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon. A splash of orange juice adds a touch of brightness, while dark rum sets the dish ablaze—literally—to create a mesmerizing tableside presentation. Served warm over velvety vanilla ice cream, this 20-minute dessert is perfect for impressing dinner guests or indulging in a sweet treat with flair. Whether you’re craving a tropical-inspired finale or an unforgettable dining experience, Fruits Afire is sure to light up your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole ripe bananas
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1 cup strawberries
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup orange juice
• 0.25 cup dark rum
• 4 scoops vanilla ice cream

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Prepare the other fruits by washing and hulling the strawberries if necessary and ensuring the pineapple is cut into bite-sized chunks.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the dark brown sugar and ground cinnamon to the melted butter, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves and forms a smooth sauce, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the orange juice to the skillet and stir. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

Carefully add the sliced bananas, pineapple chunks, and strawberries to the skillet. Cook the fruits in the sauce for 3-4 minutes, ensuring they are well-coated but not overcooked.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and carefully pour the dark rum over the fruits. Use a long lighter to ignite the rum and flambé the dish. Allow the flames to burn off completely (this will take about 15-30 seconds).

Step 8

Once the flames have subsided, remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 9

Divide the fruits and sauce into four serving bowls or plates, and top each with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy this spectacular dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1018 grams (1018.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1431

Total Fat 51.10g	66%
Saturated Fat 31.40g	157%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 176mg	59%
Sodium 237mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 203.70g	74%
Dietary Fiber 12.10g	43%
Total Sugars 155.50g
Protein 13.80g	28%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 428mg	33%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 1857mg	40%

*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: 34.6%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 61.3%