A perfect dessert for any time of the year
Here are the top reasons why we're sure you'll love this recipe:
- a wonderful blend of bananas, homemade caramel, cold ice cream, and nuts
- an excellent recipe for a refreshing summer treat
- loved by both kids and adults
- for a final touch, sprinkle with nuts for added texture
- no need for electric mixers or other appliances
- best made fresh and served immediately
Essential ingredients
In this recipe, we use simple ingredients that can be found in any Lidl store. Below, we’ll say a bit more about the ingredients and possible substitutions. As always, the full recipe is waiting for you at the very end of the post.
Bananas – choose bananas that are not too ripe, so they’ll hold their shape easily and be easier to work with.
Caramel – make homemade caramel that will nicely coat the bananas and make them shiny, delicious, and irresistible.
Nuts – add the finishing touch. Use peanuts and pecans (or walnuts), which are caramelized in a pan.
Ice cream – pick your favorite ice cream. We served these bananas with Bon Gelati vanilla ice cream and Gelatelli High Protein peanut butter. Both choices are excellent.
Storing
We don't recommend storing Bananas foster - always make it fresh from scratch.
How to make Bananas Foster at home (video)
Check this short video to master making Bananas Foster at home.
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Made in collaboration with Lidl Slovenija d.o.o. k.d.
METHOD
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caramel
Put the sugar and water into a pan and place over medium heat. Wait for the sugar to melt and turn into caramel. Gradually add the butter, cut into cubes. Add the next portion of butter only after the previous one has been incorporated and melted. Stir to combine the butter and sugar. About a minute.
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bananas
Slice the bananas in half lengthwise. Add them to the caramel and cook for one minute. The caramel should be smooth and glossy, while the bananas should remain firm. Add cinnamon and nutmeg and stir well. Pour in the rum and carefully flambé with a flame. Wait for the alcohol to evaporate, about a minute. If you’d prefer to skip flambéing, you can simply cook off the rum for about 2–3 minutes. But be careful not to overcook the bananas in that case.
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nuts
Put the sugar and water into a pan and cook until the sugar starts to bubble, about 3–4 minutes. The sugar should not brown or caramelize. Add the coarsely chopped nuts and stir constantly until they crystallize, about 2–3 minutes. A dry mixture will form, resembling powdered sugar. Transfer to parchment paper and let the mixture cool.
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serve
Divide the caramelized bananas among four plates. Sprinkle with the prepared nuts and add a generous scoop of ice cream.
