Sauteed Bananas with Cardamom Praline Sauce

Transform your dessert game with these decadent Sautéed Bananas with Cardamom Praline Sauce, an irresistible fusion of rich flavors and luscious textures. Perfectly caramelized banana slices, golden and tender, serve as the base for a luxurious praline sauce infused with aromatic crushed cardamom pods, warm cinnamon, and roasted pecans. The sauce, made with butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream, strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, creating a bold and sophisticated dessert. Ready in just 25 minutes, this elegant yet easy-to-make treat is ideal for dinner parties or a weeknight indulgence. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a dessert experience that’s as comforting as it is gourmet.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole ripe bananas
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 6 whole cardamom pods
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup pecans
• 0.25 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as vegetable oil)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the bananas and slice them diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices. Set aside.

Step 2

Crush the cardamom pods lightly with the side of a knife to release the seeds and fragrance.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the butter and let it melt completely.

Step 4

Stir in the brown sugar and crushed cardamom pods, allowing the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sugar has dissolved and it starts to bubble.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and add the vanilla extract, pecans, sea salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir to combine. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.

Step 7

In a large non-stick skillet, heat the neutral oil over medium-high heat.

Step 8

Add the banana slices to the skillet in a single layer. Saute for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and caramelized. Work in batches if necessary.

Step 9

Remove the sauteed bananas from the skillet and arrange them on serving plates.

Step 10

Spoon the warm cardamom praline sauce generously over the bananas.

Step 11

Serve immediately, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1089.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3206.2

Total Fat 215.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.6g
Cholesterol 364mg	0%
Sodium 723.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 323.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 262.2g
Protein 14.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 242.9mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 2385.0mg	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: 58.9%

Protein: 1.8%

Carbs: 39.3%