GRILLED POUND CAKE WITH WARM AMARETTO BANANAS

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Banana, butter and caramel flavors go so well together already, and then you add a sweet almond liqueur, such as Amaretto, and a little lemon juice to take this grilled dessert to a new level. -Carol Traupman-Carr, Breinigsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 teaspoons butter, divided
2 large bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon amaretto
1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 slices pound cake (about 1 inch thick)
Sweetened whipped cream and toasted sliced almonds, optional

Steps:

  • Melt 2 teaspoons butter; drizzle over a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 10 in. square). Place bananas on foil; top with brown sugar, amaretto and lemon juice. Dot with remaining butter. Fold foil around mixture and seal tightly., Grill, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until heated through. Grill pound cake for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Open foil packet carefully, allowing steam to escape. Spoon bananas over pound cake; top with whipped cream and almonds if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

Salah Dummar
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The grilled pound cake was moist and flavorful, and the warm amaretto bananas were a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Devi Gurung
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This dessert was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my guests loved it.


Atupele Mutale
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I thought the grilled pound cake was a bit dry, but the warm amaretto bananas were amazing!


ahmed zezo
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. The grilled pound cake didn't turn out as well as I had hoped.


Arif Omani
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Not a fan of amaretto, but the grilled pound cake was still very good. Would definitely make it again with a different fruit or sauce.


Hasin Afruj
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Easy and delicious! I'll be making this again for sure.


Aman Limbu
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Great recipe! The grilled pound cake was a hit with my family. The warm amaretto bananas added a touch of elegance to the dish.


Zaryab Malik
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Loved the idea of grilling the pound cake, but the amaretto bananas were a bit too sweet for me. Next time, I'll try using a different fruit or sauce.


Iminillumisbasement
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The grilled pound cake was a bit dry for my taste, but the warm amaretto bananas were divine! Overall, a good dessert, but I might adjust the cake recipe next time.


Mani Rell
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Easy to follow recipe with delicious results. The grilled pound cake was a nice twist on the classic. Will definitely make this again for special occasions.


Shiny Porygon
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This dessert was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the grilled pound cake, warm amaretto bananas, and vanilla ice cream.


Ferdie Heymans
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I've never had grilled pound cake before, but this recipe was a game-changer! The caramelized bananas and amaretto sauce were the perfect touch. Will definitely make this again!


MD ASHRAFUL HAQUE
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This grilled pound cake with warm amaretto bananas was an absolute delight! The cake was moist and flavorful, while the bananas were caramelized and perfectly complemented by the amaretto. I will definitely be making this again.