Pan-Fried Cinnamon Bananas
A quick and indulgent dessert or breakfast treat featuring caramelized bananas cooked in a buttery cinnamon-sugar glaze. Perfect for topping pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or ice cream, this dish is simple yet packed with flavor.
Equipment
- Skillet or frying pan
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl (small, for sugar mixture)
- Knife and cutting board (for slicing bananas)
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- For the Dish:
- 4 medium bananas peeled and sliced lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream whipped cream, or Greek yogurt (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bananas :
- Peel the bananas and slice them lengthwise into halves. Set aside.
- Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Glaze :
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
- Cook the Bananas :
- Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted and slightly foamy.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the melted butter. Stir gently to create a glaze.
- Add the banana slices cut-side down into the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown and caramelized on the bottom.
- Carefully flip the bananas using a spatula and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes on the other side.
- Serve :
- Remove the bananas from the skillet and serve immediately. Top with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or Greek yogurt if desired.
Notes
Use ripe but firm bananas for the best texture—overripe bananas may become too soft when cooked.
Substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar or white sugar for a different flavor profile.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave before serving.
Double the recipe if serving a larger crowd.
Substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar or white sugar for a different flavor profile.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave before serving.
Double the recipe if serving a larger crowd.