Chocolate Bananas Foster
Few recipes for dessert recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Chocolate Bananas Foster. The star here is slightly unripe bananas, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. Sweet without being heavy, it works just as well for an afternoon treat as for dessert. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Cook 15 min
- Total 15 min
- Serves 4
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 4 Slightly unripe bananas, peeled and halved lengthwise
- 2 oz Semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- ½ cup (60 ml / 2 oz) dark rum
- 2 tsp Orange Zest, finely grated
- 1 pinch Salt
- ¼ cup (50 g / 1.8 oz) granulated sugar
- ½ tsp Freshly ground allspice
- ½ tsp Freshly-grated nutmeg
- ½ tsp Freshly ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp Pure vanilla extract
- Powdered Sugar
Method
- Combine all ingredients except bananas, powdered sugar, orange, and rum in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Once mixture comes to a boil, add bananas, making sure to keep at least ½ inch (1.3 cm) between them. Cook for 1 minute per side.
- Remove bananas from pan and keep warm. Bring mixture again to a strong boil over high heat. Turn off the heat and add rum. If rum has not ignited by itself, do so carefully either with a firestick or a long fireplace match. Wait until flames die out before stirring in zest.
- Spoon sauce over bananas and dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm with some ice cream.
Tips for the best Chocolate Bananas Foster
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 12 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
Variations
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
Serving ideas
Best with fresh berries on the side and a little whipped cream.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chocolate Bananas Foster take to make?
About 15 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking.
Is this Chocolate Bananas Foster recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 12 ingredients and 4 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
What can I substitute for slightly unripe bananas?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Can I make Chocolate Bananas Foster ahead of time?
You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.
How many people does this Chocolate Bananas Foster recipe serve?
As written it serves 4. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 4×2.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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