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
- Slice the Bananas
- Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together.
- Heat the Pan
- Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- 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.
- 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!
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
- Slice the Bananas
- Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together.
- Heat the Pan
- Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- 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.
- 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!
