Vegan Caramelized Bananas Foster
Indulge in this Vegan Caramel Bananas Foster, where warm, caramelized bananas meet creamy vegan ice cream for a mouthwatering treat. With bubbling salted caramel sauce and a twist on classic bananas foster flavors, this dessert is the ultimate indulgence!
Equipment
- 1 sharp knife
- 1 large skillet
- 1 whisk or wooden spoon
- 1 spatula for flipping & stirring without breaking the bananas
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer for the whipped coconut cream
- Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 4 whole ripe bananas sliced lengthwise
- ¼ cup coconut oil (60 ml)
- ⅓ cup dark brown sugar (70g)
- ¼ cup dark rum (60 ml) or brandy
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup vegan salted caramel sauce (200ml)
- ½ cup walnuts (60g) roughly chopped
- 13.5 fl oz coconut whipping cream (400 ml) chilled overnight
- ¼ cup toasted coconut flakes (30g)
For serving:
- vegan vanilla ice cream optional
Instructions
- Make sure to chill the coconut cream overnight for the best results. Slice the bananas lengthwise and gather the rest of the ingredients.
- Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the coconut oil and let it melt completely.
- Add the dark brown sugar, dark rum, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg to the melted coconut oil. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes bubbly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Gently place the sliced bananas into the bubbling caramel sauce. Cook them for 5-6 minutes on each side, until they are golden and caramelized. Carefully remove the bananas from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the salted caramel sauce and the chopped walnuts into the skillet. Mix until everything is well combined. Return the caramelized bananas to the skillet and coat them in the sauce.
- Take the chilled coconut whipping cream and beat it with an electric mixer on high speed for about 3 minutes, or until soft peaks form.
- To serve, top with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream and a dollop of the whipped cream, then sprinkle with crunchy coconut flakes. Alternatively, serve in individual bowls.
Notes
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the Vegan Caramel Bananas Foster immediately while it's still warm with a generous scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream. Drizzle with extra caramel sauce and top with toasted coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.
- Additional Tips:
- Use ripe but firm bananas to ensure they caramelize beautifully and don't become mushy.
- If you prefer an alcohol-free version, substitute the rum or brandy with a mixture of rum extract and water.
- Make sure to chill the coconut whipping cream overnight and also place your bowl in the fridge beforehand for the best whipping results.
- Add toasted nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for extra flavor and crunch before serving.