BANANA-CARAMEL NAPOLEONS
Categories Milk/Cream Mixer Fruit Dessert Banana Winter Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine 1 cup sugar, 6 tablespoons water and lemon juice in heavy small saucepan. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat and boil without stirring until syrup turns deep amber, brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush and swirling occasionally, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Carefully add cream (mixture will bubble vigorously). Stir until mixture is smooth. Transfer caramel to small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until thick, about 3 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line 2 heavy large baking sheets with parchment paper, roll out pastry on lightly floured surface to 15x12-inch rectangle. Cut crosswise into three 12x5-inch strips. Transfer pastry strips to prepared baking sheets, spacing evenly. Chill 10 minutes.
- Pierce pastry with fork. Bake until golden, about 15 minutes. Transfer baking sheets to racks; cool. (Caramel and pastry can be made 2 days ahead. Keep caramel refrigerated. Wrap pastry in foil; store at room temperature.)
- Set aside 1/2 cup caramel for decoration. Using electric mixer, beat mascarpone and 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl until smooth. Add remaining caramel and beat until caramel cream is well blended, about 1 minute.
- Trim pastry layers so that they are flat and even. Place 1 pastry strip on work surface. Spread with 1/4 of caramel cream. Arrange half of banana slices in single layer over caramel cream. Spread second pastry strip with 1/4 of caramel cream; place pastry, caramel cream side down, atop bananas. Spread top of second pastry strip with 1/4 of caramel cream. Arrange remaining bananas in single layer over. Spread remaining pastry strip with remaining caramel cream. Place pastry, caramel cream side down, atop bananas. Using serrated knife, cut pastry crosswise into 8 equal pieces. Sift powdered sugar over. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Tent with foil; refrigerate.)
- Place napoleons on plates. Drizzle reserved caramel around napoleons.
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Md Amanu
[email protected]I can't wait to try these Napoleons! They look so delicious. I'm sure they'll be a hit at my next party.
Okrooki
[email protected]These Napoleons are the perfect size for a small dessert. They're not too big, and they're not too small. They're just right.
TallAndReckless
[email protected]I love the way the caramel sauce drips down the sides of these Napoleons. It makes them look so decadent and delicious.
Anuja Ariyal
[email protected]These Napoleons are a bit messy to eat, but they're so delicious that it's worth it. Just be sure to have plenty of napkins on hand!
Nyiko Chavangu
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of puff pastry, but I loved the way it was used in these Napoleons. It was flaky and light, and it held up well to the filling and sauce.
Robert A New-Buckley jr (Lover man 69)
[email protected]These Napoleons are a bit pricey to make, but they're worth it for a special occasion. They're sure to make a statement at your next party.
Sana khan Jawed
[email protected]I love the way the bananas and caramel complement each other in these Napoleons. It's a classic flavor combination that never gets old.
Mike Rury
[email protected]These Napoleons are the perfect dessert for a special occasion. They're elegant and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.
Drew Dalagan
[email protected]I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make these Napoleons without too much difficulty. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.
Jahkas Kitchen
[email protected]These Napoleons were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were definitely worth the effort. They were a huge hit at my party and I will definitely be making them again.
Rizwana sahir Sahir
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the puff pastry to rise properly, but the Napoleons still turned out delicious. I think I just need to practice a bit more.
Joezivin Olien
[email protected]These Napoleons were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good. I think I would use less sugar in the caramel sauce next time.
Mahar Kashif
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of bananas, but I loved these Napoleons! The caramel sauce is so rich and flavorful that it really balances out the banana flavor. I will definitely be making these again.
Nabeel Khan
[email protected]I made these Napoleons for my family and they were a big hit! The kids loved the bananas and caramel, and the adults loved the flaky puff pastry. I will definitely be making these again.
Gloria Kabedi
[email protected]These Napoleons were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it! The end result was a beautiful and delicious dessert that everyone loved.
Neon Kim
[email protected]I love the combination of bananas and caramel in these Napoleons. The puff pastry is flaky and light, and the filling is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!
yoshi martinez
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the Napoleons turned out perfectly. The caramel sauce is especially delicious. I will definitely be making these again and again.
Asif Hansrod
[email protected]I made these Napoleons for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making them again.
firas firas
[email protected]These banana caramel Napoleons were a hit at my dinner party! The combination of flaky puff pastry, creamy banana filling, and rich caramel sauce was simply divine. I highly recommend this recipe for any special occasion.