Stuffed Bananas (Haiti, Caribbean)

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1

Stuffed Bananas (Haiti, Caribbean) are an amazing dessert option for any time of the year

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

493

Sugar

32g

Fat

27g

Stuffed Bananas (Haiti, Caribbean) is a delicious dessert made by stuffing ripe bananas with rum-soaked raisins and chopped cashews, then baking them until golden brown. The dessert is typically served warm with a scoop of vanilla frozen yogurt on top. In Haiti and the Caribbean, it is a popular treat and is sometimes served as a breakfast food. This dessert is not only delicious but also nutritious, as it is made with ingredients loaded with essential vitamins and antioxidants. Stuffed Bananas have become increasingly popular in other parts of the world as well, and you can often find variations of this recipe with different toppings and fillings.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	In a small bowl, combine raisins with two tablespoons of dark rum. Set it aside for 10 minutes.
3.	Cut each banana into half lengthwise and place them in a baking dish.
4.	Brush the cut side of each banana piece with lime juice and then add a teaspoon of the rum-soaked raisins on each half.
5.	Melt your butter in the microwave or in a small pot over low heat. Add powdered sugar and whisk until smooth.
6.	Pour the butter-sugar mixture over the bananas.
7.	Sprinkle chopped cashews on top of the bananas.
8.	Bake for about 20 minutes or until it becomes golden-brown and bubbly.
9.	Let it cool for about 5 minutes.
10.	Serve each baked banana with a scoop of vanilla frozen yogurt on top. Enjoy!

PROS

Stuffed Bananas is a highly versatile and tasty dessert option that requires only simple ingredients to create.

The rum-soaked raisins add a unique flavor to this dish.

It is easy to make and visually appealing, perfect for any dinner party or celebration.

CONS

This dish contains a high amount of calories and sugar.

It may not be suitable for people with nut allergies as it contains cashews.

Overripe bananas may not hold up well and may turn mushy during the baking process.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are loaded with essential nutrients, potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B6.
They may aid in digestion, improve heart health, and reduce the risk of some chronic diseases like diabetes and cancer.
Cashews are excellent sources of antioxidants and unsaturated fats, which may help reduce inflammation and improve heart health in moderation when consumed as part of a balanced diet.

	2 tablespoons raisins
	4 tablespoons dark rum
	3 bananas ( large & semi-ripe )
	4 tablespoons lime juice
	1/2 cup butter
	1/2 cup powdered sugar
	3 tablespoons cashews ( chopped , may sub another nut of choice )
	1 1/2 cups vanilla frozen yogurt