Grilled Bananas
Transform your dessert game with these irresistibly sweet and smoky Grilled Bananas! Perfectly caramelized with a luscious blend of melted butter, brown sugar, fragrant cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, this easy recipe brings out the bananas' natural sweetness while adding a smoky depth from the grill. Ready in just 15 minutes, these warm, tender bananas are effortlessly elegant and can be served solo or topped with whipped cream or a scoop of creamy ice cream for an indulgent treat. The perfect BBQ dessert idea, these grilled bananas will wow your family and friends with minimal prep and maximum flavor impact.
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Ingredients
- 4 whole Bananas
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 0 as desired Whipped cream or ice cream (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium heat (around 350–375°F).
Step 2
Peel the bananas and slice them in half lengthwise.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Step 4
Brush the cut sides of the bananas generously with the butter mixture.
Step 5
Place the bananas on the grill, cut side down. Grill for 3–4 minutes until they develop light grill marks and start to caramelize.
Step 6
Carefully flip the bananas and grill the other side for another 2–3 minutes until soft and heated through.
Step 7
Remove the bananas from the grill and serve warm with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (540.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 766.9 |
| Total Fat 29.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 81.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 301.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 129.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 76.8g | |
| Protein 5.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 77.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1748.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories