Doce De Banana (Sweet Banana)

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 1

Doce De Banana (Sweet Banana) recipe for a mouth-watering dessert treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

250

Sugar

55g

Fat

Doce De Banana or Sweet Banana is a popular dessert in Brazil and Latin America. The dish consists of ripe bananas cooked down until they have the texture of jam, infused with warm spices such as cinnamon and cloves. It is often served with a spoonful of fresh cream or mascarpone cheese on top. The dish is best served chilled as an after-meal sweet treat or as a dessert in a festive meal.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, add the bananas, sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and water and stir to combine.
2.	Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the bananas have completely softened and the mixture has thickened.
3.	Remove the cinnamon sticks and cloves, then mash the bananas until smooth using a potato masher or fork.
4.	Continue to cook the mixture on low heat for an additional 5-7 minutes or until it has reached the desired consistency.

PROS

This Doce De Banana recipe is a quick and simple dessert to make with just a few ingredients.

The dish is vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, which makes it suitable for a wide range of dietary requirements.

The natural sweetness of bananas makes this dessert healthier than other sugar-laden sweets.

CONS

The sweetness of this dessert may not be to everyone’s taste.

The recipe calls for the use of sugar, which may not be desirable for those looking to reduce their sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are a rich source of vitamins and minerals that are essential for maintaining good health.
They are low in fat and high in fiber, which makes them an ideal food for weight loss.
The presence of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds in bananas is known to protect against chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.

	5 small bananas or 2 large bananas , peeled and cut in half
	1 cup sugar
	2 cinnamon sticks
	6 whole cloves
	2 cups water