Easy Banana Foster Recipe
This Banana Foster is an indulgent yet simple dessert featuring warm, golden bananas glazed in a rich brown sugar-cinnamon sauce, finished with crunchy walnuts and served over creamy vanilla ice cream. It’s a quick, elegant treat perfect for both weekday cravings and special gatherings.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 6 minutes mins
Total Time 11 minutes mins
- 3 ripe bananas peeled and sliced lengthwise and crosswise
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 3/4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
- 1 pint premium vanilla ice cream
In a large, deep skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Stir in the brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the banana slices to the skillet, turning gently to coat each piece in the sauce.
Sprinkle in the walnuts and cook for 1–2 minutes, just until the bananas soften but retain their shape.
Remove from heat and immediately spoon the warm bananas and sauce over scoops of vanilla ice cream.
Serve at once and enjoy the perfect blend of warm caramelized fruit and cold, creamy ice cream.
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Use bananas that are ripe but not overripe to ensure they hold their shape.
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Toast the walnuts lightly before adding for an extra layer of flavor.
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Prepare ice cream bowls ahead of time so the dessert can be served quickly while the bananas are still hot.