Warm Baby Bananas with Dulce De Leche Sauce

Indulge in the irresistible charm of **Warm Baby Bananas with Dulce De Leche Sauce**, a dessert that feels like a cozy embrace on a plate. Perfectly caramelized baby bananas are sautéed in a buttery, cinnamon-kissed glaze and brightened with a hint of lime juice, creating a heavenly balance of sweet and tangy. Topped with a luscious dulce de leche sauce, made even silkier with cream and fragrant vanilla, this dish is beautifully finished with the satisfying crunch of roasted pecans. Whether enjoyed simply as-is or with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, this quick and easy 20-minute recipe transforms humble ingredients into a gourmet experience. Ideal for entertaining or treating yourself, it’s a delightful way to elevate your dessert game!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Baby bananas
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.5 cup Dulce de leche
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Chopped roasted pecans
• 1 scoop per serving Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the baby bananas and set them aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the brown sugar and stir until the mixture forms a smooth caramel-like sauce, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Sprinkle the ground cinnamon into the skillet and stir to combine.

Step 5

Place the baby bananas into the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they are warmed through and lightly caramelized.

Step 6

Gently drizzle the lime juice over the bananas and remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 7

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the dulce de leche and heavy cream. Stir until the mixture is smooth and pourable, then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 8

Arrange the warm baby bananas on serving plates and drizzle generously with the dulce de leche sauce.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped roasted pecans over the bananas for added crunch.

Step 10

Optional: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(942.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1640.5

Total Fat 64.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 165.4mg	0%
Sodium 273.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 260.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.4g	0%
Total Sugars 179.8g
Protein 21.3g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 537.5mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 2909.8mg	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: 33.8%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 61.2%