West Indes Baked Bananas – Guineos Al Horno

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 3

West Indes Baked Bananas - Guineos Al Horno

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20-25 min

Ready In

30-35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

160

Sugar

22g

Fat

0.4g

West Indes Baked Bananas, also known as Guineos al Horno, are a traditional dessert in the Caribbean Islands. This simple yet delicious dessert is made by baking ripe bananas with a sprinkle of cinnamon and brown sugar. The result is a warm, sweet, and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed on its own or served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Baked bananas are a great way to use up ripe bananas and are perfect for a quick and easy dessert that can be enjoyed any time of the year.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.	Cut each banana in half lengthwise, then in half crosswise.
3.	Place the lemon juice in a small bowl and dip each banana piece in the juice.
4.	Arrange the banana pieces in a single layer in a baking dish.
5.	In a separate small bowl, mix together the vanilla, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
6.	Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly over the bananas.
7.	Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the bananas are tender and lightly browned.

PROS

This dessert is sweet, easy to make, and requires only a few ingredients.

It can be a healthy alternative to other desserts if consumed in moderation.

Bananas are high in fiber, potassium, and vitamin C, which can help support heart health.

CONS

Baked bananas are high in natural sugars and calories, so should be consumed in moderation.

It may not be suitable for individuals with diabetes or those on low-carb diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are rich in vitamins and minerals that offer numerous health benefits such as improving digestion, boosting heart health, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
The cinnamon used in this recipe has been linked to improving blood sugar control and reducing inflammation, among other benefits.

	6 ripe bananas
	1/2 cup lemon juice
	1/4 teaspoon vanilla
	3 tablespoons brown sugar
	1/4 teaspoon cinnamon