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Bananas Foster from Different Pointe of View
Bananas Foster is a flambéed dessert originating from New Orleans, made famous at Brennan’s Restaurant in the 1950s. This fiery dish combines caramelized sugar, butter, and rum to elevate the flavor of bananas into an unforgettable treat. The version here, styled for a romantic or intimate setting, comes from the upscale "Different Pointe of View" restaurant. Its dramatic table-side preparation and warm, sweet flavors make it a beloved choice for celebrations and date nights alike.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 425 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ stick butter
  • ½ orange (juiced)
  • 1 oz orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier)
  • 1 banana (sliced (inferred))
  • 1 oz dark rum (for flambé)
  • ⅛ tsp Cinnamon (to taste, for spark effect during flambé)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Base Sauce

  • In a flambé pan, add 1 cup of brown sugar and ½ stick of butter.
  • Mix constantly while heating to avoid burning.

Step 2: Add Citrus and Liqueur

  • Once the sugar and butter mixture caramelizes, squeeze in the juice of ½ orange.
  • Mix well and add 1 oz of orange liqueur.

Step 3: Add Bananas and Flambé

  • Roll sauce to the back of the pan.
  • Add sliced banana to the front of the pan.
  • Pour in 1 oz of dark rum and ignite carefully.
  • Warn guests to keep a safe distance during flambé.

Step 4: Add Final Touch

  • Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon while flaming to create a sparkling effect.

Tips

  • Use dark rum for richer caramel flavor.
  • Add sliced bananas only after the sauce has caramelized to prevent mushiness.
  • Serve over vanilla ice cream or crepes.
  • Add a pinch of salt to deepen the caramel.
  • Substitute orange liqueur with banana liqueur for stronger banana flavor.
  • Use cinnamon sticks instead of ground cinnamon for aroma (remove before serving).
  • For a non-flambé version, omit the rum or cook it fully to evaporate the alcohol.
  • Add toasted pecans for crunch.
  • Use plant-based butter to make it dairy-free.

Nutrition

Calories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 1gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 330mgFiber: 3gSugar: 49gVitamin A: 650IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.6mg
Keyword bananas, bananas foster, caramelized bananas, classic recipes, date night, flambe, flaming dessert, romantic dessert, rum, southern dessert
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