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Fried Bananas

Recipes for dessert Fried bananas is a delightful dessert or snack enjoyed in many cuisines around the world. These sweet, caramelized banana slices offer a perfect balance of crispy and tender textures. Whether served on their own or as a topping for ice cream or pancakes, fried bananas are a simple yet satisfying treat.

Fried Bananas prepared recipe
PrepNot statedCook20 minServes4LevelMedium
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Before you start

A quick setup makes the method easier to follow and keeps important steps from being missed.

Preparation checklist

  • Read all 5 method steps from beginning to end.
  • Measure and arrange all 5 listed ingredients.
  • Set aside about 20 minutes, based on the time recorded by the source.

Recipe notes & preparation tips

Experiment with different spices like nutmeg for unique flavour variations.

Drizzle honey or chocolate syrup over the fried bananas for added sweetness.

You can also add a splash of rum or liqueur for an adult twist on this dessert.

Fried bananas can be served as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or French toast.

See kele ka halwa and Jamaican banana fritters for similar dishes.

Adapted from the source recipe's notes.
Step by step

Method

  1. 01

    Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat and melt the butter.

  2. 02

    Add the banana slices to the pan and sprinkle them with brown sugar.

  3. 03

    Cook the bananas for 2–3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and caramelized.

  4. 04

    If desired, sprinkle cinnamon over the bananas during cooking.

  5. 05

    Remove the fried bananas from the pan and serve them hot. Optionally, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Ready to serve

Serve the dish as directed and enjoy it while it is at its best.

Bon appétit — enjoy your meal!
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Source & licence

This recipe was adapted and reformatted from Wikibooks Cookbook . Text: CC BY-SA 4.0. Image: CC BY-SA 4.0, credited to Wiki Farazi; view original image record .