Bananas Foster with Pecans – A Warm Ice Cream Dessert
Banana Foster with Pecans & Caramel is a rich, buttery skillet dessert featuring caramelized bananas, toasted pecans, and a silky caramel drizzle. Ready in 10 minutes for a dramatic and delicious finish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
3 ripe bananas, halved or thickly sliced
1/2 cup pecans, toasted
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup caramel sauce
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp dark rum (optional)
Pinch of salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
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Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes; set aside.
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Melt butter in the same skillet, then stir in brown sugar until smooth.
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Add banana slices and cook 1–2 minutes per side until softened.
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Sprinkle with cinnamon and salt.
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If using rum, carefully add and flambé or simmer until alcohol burns off.
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Stir in caramel sauce and return pecans to the pan.
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Cook 1 more minute to warm through, then serve immediately over ice cream or pancakes.
Notes
Use ripe but firm bananas. Serve fresh and hot. Adjust caramel to taste. Skip rum for alcohol-free version.