Pan-Seared Banana and Dark Chocolate Dessert for Two

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A quick and indulgent dessert featuring caramelized bananas with melted dark chocolate, served warm and perfect for sharing. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 13 minutes, layers ripe banana, dark chocolate chips, unsalted butter 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 250 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 American cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and slice 1 large ripe banana diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until melted and foamy. Add the banana slices in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle 1 tsp honey over the bananas and sprinkle 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon and a pinch of sea salt. Toss gently to coat and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to low and sprinkle 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips evenly over the bananas. Cover the skillet for 1-2 minutes until the chocolate melts into a glossy sauce.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately in two small bowls, spooning the chocolate sauce over the caramelized bananas.

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