Best 4 Delicious Bananas Foster A La Mode Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds and transports you to a realm of pure indulgence: Bananas Foster à la Mode. This classic dessert, with its symphony of flavors and textures, is a symphony of caramelized bananas, rich vanilla ice cream, and a luscious rum sauce. With three variations to choose from, this recipe caters to diverse preferences. The traditional Bananas Foster flambéed with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and banana liqueur offers an extravagant spectacle. For a non-alcoholic version, the delightful Bananas Foster sans flambé shines with its delectable combination of banana, butter, and a touch of honey. And for those seeking a unique twist, the Bananas Foster with Spiced Rum elevates the classic with the warmth of spiced rum and a hint of nutmeg. No matter your choice, each variation promises an unforgettable dessert experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY BANANAS FOSTER



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
2 bananas, sliced 1/3-inch thick
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup dulce de leche or your favorite caramel sauce
Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Mini chocolate chips, for serving

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat until it begins to bubble. Add the bananas in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until beginning to brown. Flip the bananas with a rubber spatula and brown them slightly on the reverse side. Sprinkle with the cinnamon and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring occasionally. Gently mix in the dulce de leche; simmer for 1 minute, then set aside to cool a bit. Serve over ice cream, with mini chocolate chips sprinkled over the top.

BANANAS FOSTER A LA MODE



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Provided by Vic "Vegas" Moea

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 100 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

38 ounces creme de banana
38 ounces butterscotch liquor
38 ounces vanilla vodka (recommended: Stoli)
20 ounces creme de coca
52 ounces spiced dark rum (recommended: Captain Morgan)
3/4 gallon heavy cream
1/4 gallon sweet condensed milk
50 edible orchids, cut in 1/2
100 banana slices
Splash 151 to light on fire for flambe

Steps:

  • Mix all together in mixer until blended and pour into Gallon Pitchers. Place in cooler for transport. Line up 100 martini glasses, rim glasses with Banana Praline dust, if time allows, prior to service. Pour 3 1/2 ounces of drink into glasses, float 1/2-ounce of 151 on top and light with a torch. Add ice cube (frozen banana with orchid).

BANANAS FOSTER



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Bananas Foster, a flambéed dessert of halved bananas in a syrupy rum sauce, is a New Orleans favorite that never fails to please. Don't forget the ice cream.

Provided by Marcelle Bienvenu

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 bananas, peeled
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup dark brown sugar
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons banana liqueur
¼ cup white rum
1 pint vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Slice the bananas in half lengthwise and brush with the lemon juice. Melt the butter with the sugar in a flat chafing dish or 10-inch skillet. Add the bananas and sauté until just tender. Sprinkle with the cinnamon.
  • Remove from the heat and add liqueur and rum. Carefully ignite with a long match. Use a large long-handled spoon to baste the bananas with the warm liquid until the flame burns out.
  • Divide the ice cream among four dishes. Top each one with a banana half and some of the sauce. Serve immediately.

EASY BANANAS FOSTER A LA MODE



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This delicious and easy dessert can be as fattening or as lo-cal as you choose. Made as posted there is less than 1 gm fat. This is a great dessert for a brunch.

Provided by Debloves2cook

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 small bananas, peeled
1/2 cup sugar-free maple syrup
2 cups fat-free frozen yogurt
fat-free whipped topping

Steps:

  • Peel Bananas and place in a non-stick skillet. Pour syrup over the bananas and bring to a simmer.
  • Continue to cook bananas, spooning syrup over the top for 3 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and cover to keep warm.
  • Spoon frozen yogurt into four dishes or bowls. Gently place a warm banana on top of the frozen dessert, spooning the syrup on top.
  • Garnish with whipped topping and serve to four very happy people.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.9, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 12.3, Protein 1.1

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful they will be.
  • Don't overcook the bananas. They should be soft, but still hold their shape.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet. This will help to prevent the bananas from sticking and burning.
  • Add the bananas to the skillet just before serving. This will help to keep them from becoming too soft.
  • Serve Bananas Foster immediately. It is best enjoyed warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

Bananas Foster is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a classic combination of bananas, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and rum. The bananas are cooked until they are soft and caramelized, and then they are served over vanilla ice cream. Bananas Foster is a surefire crowd-pleaser, and it is a great way to use up ripe bananas.

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