Pan-Fried Cinnamon Bananas

These Pan-Fried Cinnamon Bananas are a quick and easy treat, perfect for a sweet snack, dessert, or breakfast topping. The caramelized bananas coated in cinnamon sugar are absolutely irresistible!

Ingredients

• 2 large ripe bananas (but not overly soft)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or brown sugar for a richer flavor)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Optional: a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Slice the Bananas
   • Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
2. Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar
   • In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together.
3. Heat the Pan
   • Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook the Bananas
   • Place the banana slices in the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the bananas.
   • Cook for about 2–3 minutes on one side, until they begin to caramelize and turn golden. Carefully flip each slice with a spatula and cook the other side for another 2 minutes.
5. Serve Warm
   • Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

• Top on pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal.
• Serve with vanilla ice cream or yogurt.
• Sprinkle with nuts or drizzle with honey for extra flavor.

Enjoy this simple, comforting, and delicious treat!

These Pan-Fried Cinnamon Bananas

These Pan-Fried Cinnamon Bananas are a quick and easy treat, perfect for a sweet snack, dessert, or breakfast topping. The caramelized bananas coated in cinnamon sugar are absolutely irresistible!

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 large ripe bananas but not overly soft
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or brown sugar for a richer flavor
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Optional: a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla extract

Method

 

1. Slice the Bananas
2. Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
3. Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar
4. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together.
5. Heat the Pan
6. Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
7. Cook the Bananas
8. Place the banana slices in the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the bananas.
9. Cook for about 2–3 minutes on one side, until they begin to caramelize and turn golden. Carefully flip each slice with a spatula and cook the other side for another 2 minutes.
10. Serve Warm
11. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
12. Serving Suggestions
13. Top on pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal.
14. Serve with vanilla ice cream or yogurt.
15. Sprinkle with nuts or drizzle with honey for extra flavor.
16. Enjoy this simple, comforting, and delicious treat!