Rum-Glazed Banana Foster Dessert

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A warm dessert of sautéed bananas in a buttery rum sauce, served over vanilla ice cream for a classic Caribbean treat. This caribbean-inspired caribbean ready in about 20 minutes pairs medium ripe bananas, sliced lengthwise, unsalted butter, packed brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

★ 4.4 (12 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup packed brown sugar and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves and the sauce bubbles gently, about 2 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Carefully add 3 medium sliced lengthwise ripe bananas to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they soften and caramelize in the rum sauce.
  3. Step 3: Remove the skillet from heat and slowly pour in 1/4 cup dark rum. If desired, carefully ignite the rum with a long lighter to flambé and let the flames subside.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and spoon the warm banana foster sauce over 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream. Serve immediately for a luscious Caribbean dessert experience.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Rum-Glazed Banana Foster Dessert take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Rum-Glazed Banana Foster Dessert?

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 unsalted butter from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rum-Glazed Banana Foster Dessert?

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 Rum-Glazed Banana Foster Dessert 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 Rum-Glazed Banana Foster Dessert?

Caribbean caribbean 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.

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