Easy Caramelized Bananas
Warm, sweet Easy Caramelized Bananas made with ripe bananas and granulated sugar, broiled until golden. Serve with vanilla ice cream or nuts for a simple, elevated dessert.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe firm bananas
- 8 teaspoons granulated sugar
- Vanilla ice cream optional
- Chopped pistachios optional
Instructions
Prepare the Broiler and Baking Sheet
- Position the oven rack approximately 6 inches from the broiler. Preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
Slice the Bananas
- Working one banana at a time, hold it steady and carefully slice it in half lengthwise through the peel and flesh. You should obtain two long halves per banana. Gently separate each half from its peel.
Arrange and Sweeten
- Place the banana halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar evenly over each half.
Broil the Bananas
- Transfer the baking sheet to the oven. Broil for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the sugar bubbles and turns golden. Rotate the baking sheet once or twice if necessary to ensure even caramelization. Remove immediately once caramelized.
Cool and Serve
- Allow the bananas to cool briefly. Serve warm in their peels, with optional vanilla ice cream or chopped pistachios.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free. Ensure that add-ins such as ice cream, nuts, or flavored toppings are certified gluten-free and free from cross-contamination. Bananas and granulated sugar contain no gluten.