Warm Doughnuts a La Mode with Bananas and Spiced Caramel Sauce

Indulge in pure dessert decadence with these Warm Doughnuts a La Mode with Bananas and Spiced Caramel Sauce. Perfectly golden homemade doughnuts, fried to fluffy perfection, are paired with caramelized bananas and a luscious spiced caramel sauce infused with warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Crowned with a cool scoop of vanilla ice cream, this dessert strikes the perfect balance of warm and cold, soft and crisp, sweet and spicy. Ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself, this elegant yet comforting dish is a showstopping combination of flavors and textures that's surprisingly easy to make in your own kitchen. Whether you're craving a festive dessert or a luxurious weekend treat, this recipe has it all!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 medium ripe bananas
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for caramelizing bananas)
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 4 scoops vanilla ice cream

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 2

In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, and egg until well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a thick batter forms.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Using a spoon or small scoop, carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 6

Fry the doughnuts for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 7

Peel and slice the bananas into rounds. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the banana slices.

Step 8

Sprinkle the brown sugar over the bananas and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 9

In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves. Heat over medium heat, stirring regularly, until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 10

To assemble, place 3-4 doughnuts on each serving plate. Top with caramelized banana slices and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Step 11

Drizzle the spiced caramel sauce generously over the doughnuts, bananas, and ice cream.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy this decadent treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2244.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	11335.1

Total Fat 1099.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 227.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 667.8mg	0%
Sodium 1931.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 404.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 178.4g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 152.5IU	0%
Calcium 677.1mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 2050.1mg	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: 84.5%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 13.8%