Low Fat Bananaque

Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a Filipino classic with this *Low Fat Bananaque*. This healthier version of the beloved caramelized banana treat uses ripe saba bananas lightly brushed with a luscious blend of honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Instead of deep-frying, the bananas are grilled in a non-stick pan with a spritz of olive oil, achieving a beautiful caramelized finish without excess fats. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for a warm, naturally sweet snack or dessert. Serve these golden-brown skewers fresh off the grill and enjoy the delicious blend of smoky, aromatic, and sweet flavors—all with a fraction of the calories. Perfect for health-conscious foodies and dessert lovers alike, this *Low Fat Bananaque* is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces ripe saba bananas
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons cinnamon powder
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0 olive oil spray
• 6 pieces wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

Peel the saba bananas and carefully insert a wooden skewer into the center of each banana, lengthwise.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the honey, brown sugar, cinnamon powder, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 3

Preheat a non-stick grill pan over medium heat. Lightly coat the pan with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and place the skewered bananas on the grill pan.

Step 5

Brush the honey mixture generously over the bananas.

Step 6

Cook the bananas for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing more honey mixture as needed, until the bananas are caramelized and golden brown on all sides.

Step 7

Remove the bananaques from the pan and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 8

Enjoy your Low Fat Bananaque warm as a snack or dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(390.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	637.6

Total Fat 1.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 11.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 111.3g
Protein 4.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 46.3mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 1369.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.6%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 95.9%