Baked Sweet Plantains with Cinnamon and Honey Drizzle
Sweet ripe plantains baked until caramelized and tender, finished with a warm cinnamon and honey drizzle for a simple dessert or snack. This caribbean-inspired desserts ready in about 35 minutes pairs cinnamon, honey, unsalted butter, melted for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe plantains (yellow with black spots)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- a pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Peel 3 ripe plantains and slice them diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, toss the plantain slices with 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter and 1 tsp ground cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Arrange the plantains in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle lightly with a pinch of sea salt.
- Step 4: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the plantains are golden brown and caramelized on the edges.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and immediately drizzle 3 tbsp honey over the warm plantains. Serve as a sweet side or dessert.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Sweet Plantains with Cinnamon and Honey Drizzle take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Sweet Plantains with Cinnamon and Honey Drizzle?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cinnamon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Sweet Plantains with Cinnamon and Honey Drizzle?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Sweet Plantains with Cinnamon and Honey Drizzle for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Sweet Plantains with Cinnamon and Honey Drizzle?
Caribbean desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Great for a healthy dessert option. The plantains were perfectly tender.
- ★★★★☆
Perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I'll make this again for my next dinner party.
- ★★★★☆
Easy to make and so flavorful. The honey drizzle made it special.
