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Bananas Foster

Bananas Foster

A delicious twist on the classic Bananas Foster! Ripe bananas are simmered in a cinnamon-spiced brown sugar rum sauce, wrapped in homemade tortillas, then fried until golden. Topped with whipped cream, melted chocolate, and toasted pistachios, this dessert is crispy, creamy, and absolutely unforgettable.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4 Persons

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet
  • 1 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Rolling Pin
  • 1 Deep frying pan or pot
  • 1 Whisk or electric mixer
  • 1 Heatproof spatula
  • 1 Tongs
  • 1 Microwave-safe bowl

Ingredients
  

Bananas Foster Filling

  • 3 ripe bananas some soft for sauce, some firm for filling
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp spiced rum optional, for flambéing

Homemade Tortilla Dough

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp oil or melted butter
  • About 1/2 cup warm water adjust for dough consistency

Toppings & Garnishes

  • 1/3 cup dry roasted pistachios or pecans, toasted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or cocoa powder for drizzling
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for whipped cream

Instructions
 

Toasting the Pistachios

  • Heat a dry pan over medium-low.
  • Add pistachios and toast 3–5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove when golden and fragrant. Cool, then chop roughly.

Preparing Bananas Foster Sauce

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla.
  • Add chopped ripe bananas and stir until coated.
  • Let simmer until bananas soften and sauce thickens.
  • Remove from heat and carefully add rum. If flambéing, ignite with a long lighter and let the flame burn off. Set aside.

Making Homemade Tortillas

  • In a bowl, combine flour and salt.
  • Add oil and water, kneading into a soft dough.
  • Rest dough for 10 minutes. Divide into 4 balls.
  • Roll each into an 8-inch round on a floured surface.

Assembling the Tortillas

  • Place banana filling in the center of each tortilla.
  • Lightly moisten edges with water and fold to seal.
  • Press firmly and keep seam side down.

Frying the Tortillas

  • Heat oil in a deep skillet to about 350°F (1.5 inches deep).
  • Carefully add tortillas seam side down.
  • Fry each side 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels or wire rack. Keep warm.

Whipping the Cream

  • Chill bowl and beaters in freezer.
  • Whip cream on medium speed until soft peaks form.
  • Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then beat to stiff peaks.
  • Keep chilled until serving.

Melting Chocolate Sauce

  • Melt chocolate chips in microwave-safe bowl in 20-sec bursts.
  • Stir between intervals until smooth. Don’t overheat.

Final Assembly

  • Place fried tortilla on serving plate.
  • Drizzle chocolate sauce on top.
  • Add a spoonful of banana sauce.
  • Top with whipped cream and toasted pistachios.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a kid-friendly version, skip the rum.
  • Use store-bought tortillas if in a hurry.
  • You can toast nuts in advance and store them airtight.
  • Swap pistachios with pecans or walnuts.