Fried Bananas
A quick and delicious treat made by caramelizing bananas in butter with cinnamon and honey, perfect as a dessert or breakfast topping.
Equipment
- Skillet or Non-Stick Pan
- Spatula
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas sliced into thick rounds or lengthwise
- 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free option
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon optional, for extra flavor
- 1 tbsp brown sugar optional for caramelization
- pinch of salt optional, to enhance sweetness
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or coconut oil.
- Once melted, add sliced bananas in a single layer.
- Sprinkle cinnamon, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt over the bananas.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until the bananas start to caramelize.
- Flip the bananas gently and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the bananas and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
For an indulgent treat, serve with vanilla ice cream, pancakes, or yogurt. For a healthier version, omit the brown sugar and use coconut oil instead of butter.