Oven-Roasted Banana Foster with Rum Caramel Sauce
Sweet oven-roasted bananas topped with a warm rum caramel sauce, perfect for a simple yet elegant dessert. This caribbean-inspired desserts ready in about 28 minutes layers unsalted butter, packed brown sugar, dark rum into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 medium, peeled and halved lengthwise ripe bananas
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- a pinch kosher salt
- 1/4 cup, toasted (optional) chopped pecans
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange 4 peeled bananas halved lengthwise in a single layer in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter with 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, stirring until sugar dissolves and mixture is bubbling gently, about 3 minutes.
- Step 3: Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully stir in 1/4 cup dark rum, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the rum caramel sauce evenly over the bananas in the baking dish. Roast in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until bananas are tender and caramel sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 1/4 cup toasted chopped pecans if desired. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Banana Foster with Rum Caramel Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 28 minutes (10 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Oven-Roasted Banana Foster with Rum Caramel Sauce?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Banana Foster with Rum Caramel Sauce?
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 Oven-Roasted Banana Foster with Rum Caramel Sauce 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 Oven-Roasted Banana Foster with Rum Caramel Sauce?
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.
