Healthy Bananas Foster
Plant-based | Gluten-free | Quick dessert | Elegant
Sweet, cinnamon-dusted bananas that are gooey inside and crisp outside. This healthy version skips the butter and rum, using maple syrup for caramelization instead. Serve with aquafaba whipped cream for a lighter take on the classic.
Ingredients
Section titled “Ingredients”| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
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| Pure maple syrup | 2 tbsp | |
| Pure vanilla extract | ½ tsp | |
| Ground cinnamon | ¼ tsp | Plus extra for sprinkling |
| Bananas | 4 | Peeled and halved lengthwise |
| Aquafaba whipped cream | 1 recipe | For serving |
Method
Section titled “Method”-
Preheat: Turn on broiler.
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Make glaze: In small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon.
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Prepare dish: Brush thin layer of glaze on bottom of broiler-safe shallow baking dish.
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Arrange: Place banana halves, cut sides up, in dish.
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First broil: Brush bananas with half remaining glaze. Broil 4-5 inches from heat 5 minutes until they begin to soften and darken.
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Second broil: Brush with remaining glaze and sprinkle with extra cinnamon. Broil 3 minutes more until caramelized.
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Serve: Hot, with aquafaba whipped cream. Sprinkle cream with additional cinnamon if desired.
Watch carefully: Bananas can burn quickly under the broiler—don’t walk away
Ripe bananas: Use ripe but still firm bananas for best results
Toppings: Try chopped nuts or vegan chocolate chips for extra indulgence
Nutrition (per serving, 4 servings)
Section titled “Nutrition (per serving, 4 servings)”- Calories: ~149
- Protein: 1g
- Carbs: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Fat: 0.4g
Adapted from: Forks Over Knives
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 5 min | Serves: 4