Description
This quick and delicious Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas recipe features ripe bananas caramelized in a buttery cinnamon-honey glaze, making a perfect topping or side for desserts like ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, or French toast. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's a warm, flavorful treat that enhances simple ingredients with a caramelized, spiced finish.
Ingredients
Bananas
- 2 Bananas, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
Spices & Sweeteners
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 2 Tablespoons raw honey (or regular honey)
Fat
- 1 Tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Prepare glaze: Combine the cinnamon, butter, and honey in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Stir gently until the butter is melted and all ingredients are well combined into a smooth glaze.
- Cook bananas - first side: Add the banana slices to the pan. Cook for about 4 minutes, allowing the bottoms to caramelize and turn golden brown. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning while ensuring a nice caramelized color.
- Cook bananas - second side: Flip each banana piece carefully and continue cooking for another 4 minutes until the other side is also golden brown and caramelized.
- Serve immediately: Remove the bananas from the pan and serve hot over your choice of ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, or French toast for an indulgent and flavorful addition.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas to prevent them from becoming too mushy during cooking.
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a different flavor profile.
- Adjust the cinnamon amount to your taste preference.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with plant-based margarine.
- Serve immediately as the caramelized bananas are best enjoyed warm and fresh.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert Topping
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
