Chef John’s Bananas Foster

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 2

Chef John's Bananas Foster - A sweet and boozy dessert recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

610

Sugar

59g

Fat

21g

Bananas Foster is a classic New Orleans dessert that was invented in the 1950s by Chef Paul Blangé. The dish was named after Richard Foster, a friend of the restaurant owner who then had the dish named in his honor. This sweet and boozy dessert has since become a favorite in many households due to its simplicity and deliciousness. The combination of caramelized bananas and a sweet rum sauce makes for a perfect after-dinner treat. This recipe by Chef John is both easy and delicious, with the technique of caramelizing the bananas first developing their inherent sweetness even further. When paired with vanilla ice cream, it’s the perfect balance of flavors and textures that every dessert should attain.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar together until sugar dissolves.
2.	Add banana halves and cook until they begin to caramelize.
3.	Remove skillet from heat and add rum and banana liqueur then return the skillet to the heat.
4.	Let sauce cook for a few minutes until slightly thickened, then sprinkle with cinnamon.
5.	Place each banana half into a dessert dish then add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to each.
6.	Spoon sauce over ice cream and banana, garnish with a sprig of mint and serve immediately.

PROS

Bananas Foster is an indulgent and decadent dessert that’s sure to impress.

It’s quick and easy to make, making it perfect for entertaining guests.

The warm and boozy sauce perfectly complements the cold and creamy ice cream and caramelized bananas.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, making it an occasional treat rather than an everyday indulgence.

It’s also not suitable for those who don’t drink alcohol as the flavor is heavily reliant on rum and banana liqueur.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are a good source of dietary fiber, potassium, vitamin C and B6.
While this dessert may not be the healthiest, bananas have been shown to have potential benefits such as helping with digestion and promoting heart health.

	3 tablespoons unsalted butter
	3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
	2 bananas , peeled and halved lengthwise and crosswise
	2 fluid ounces rum
	1 fluid ounce banana liqueur
	2 pinches ground cinnamon
	2 scoops vanilla ice cream
	2 small sprigs of mint