Baked Maple Bananas Recipe
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 4
Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Baked Maple Bananas with this quick and easy recipe. Perfect for dessert or a healthy snack, these bananas are coated in a buttery maple syrup glaze, then baked to caramelized perfection in just a few minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 4 bananas
- Lemon juice, for sprinkling
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 196
- Total Fat: 6.2g
- Saturated Fat: 3.8g
- Cholesterol: 15.3mg
- Sodium: 43.5mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 37.4g
- Dietary Fiber: 3.1g
- Sugars: 23.5g
- Protein: 1.4g
Instructions
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Baking Dish: In a medium baking dish, microwave-safe, melt the butter on high for about 30 seconds until completely melted.
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Add Maple Syrup: Stir in the maple syrup until well combined with the melted butter.
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Coat Bananas: Peel the bananas and place them in the baking dish, turning to coat each banana well with the butter-maple mixture using a spoon.
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Microwave: Microwave on high for 1 minute.
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Turn and Microwave Again: Carefully turn the bananas over and microwave for an additional 1 1/2 minutes, or until the bananas are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
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Serve: Remove from the microwave and sprinkle lightly with lemon juice. Serve warm.
Tips for Serving
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Garnish: For added texture and flavor, sprinkle chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans over the baked bananas before serving.
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Pairing: Serve these Baked Maple Bananas over vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt for a delicious dessert option.
Recipe Notes
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Variation: If you prefer, you can bake the bananas in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes until caramelized, instead of using the microwave.
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Storage: These bananas are best served immediately while warm. If preparing ahead, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
Enjoy the natural sweetness of bananas enhanced with maple syrup and butter, creating a dessert that’s both indulgent and satisfyingly healthy!
