Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas (Print)
Quick caramelized bananas with cinnamon and butter for a warm treat.
# What You Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 2 ripe but firm bananas
→ Spices & Sweeteners
02 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
03 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or maple syrup)
→ Fats
04 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
→ Optional Toppings
05 - 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or pecans
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for drizzling
07 - Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream for serving
# How To Make It:
01 - Peel and slice the bananas into ½-inch thick rounds.
02 - In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon until well blended.
03 - Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until foamy.
04 - Place banana slices in a single layer in the skillet. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the tops.
05 - Cook for 2–3 minutes until the undersides are golden brown and caramelized.
06 - Carefully flip each banana slice and cook for another 2 minutes until golden on the second side.
07 - Remove from heat and serve warm. Top with nuts, honey, or yogurt/ice cream if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You probably have everything in your kitchen right now
- The way the sugar melts into the bananas creates a sauce all on its own
- Feels fancy enough for dinner guests but quick enough for Tuesday nights
02 -
- Overripe bananas will turn to mush the second they hit the pan
- Do not crowd the skillet or the bananas will steam instead of caramelize
03 -
- A splash of vanilla extract in the butter right before the bananas hit the pan transforms the aroma completely
- These reheat surprisingly well in a warm oven for about 5 minutes if you need to make them ahead