Recipe: Banana Crumble
Description:
If you’ve ever craved the comforting warmth of a crumble but found yourself less than enamored with traditional peach fillings, then this Banana Crumble recipe is about to become your new obsession. Picture this: ripe bananas bathed in a luscious blend of light corn syrup, banana liqueur, and dark rum, topped with a golden, buttery crumble that elicits sighs of delight with every bite. It’s a dessert dreams are made of, and your taste buds are in for a treat.
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Keywords: Fruit, European, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 925.8
- Fat Content: 24.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 15.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 61mg
- Sodium Content: 192.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 168.5g
- Fiber Content: 10.8g
- Sugar Content: 76.5g
- Protein Content: 10g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 4 cups | Brown sugar |
| 4 cups | Salted butter |
| 1 | Cinnamon |
| 12-15 | Nutmeg |
| 1/4 cup | Bananas |
| 1/4 cup | Light corn syrup |
| 1/4 cup | Dark rum |
| 1 | Cinnamon |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Crumble:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon (or nutmeg, if desired).
- Cut the salted butter into small cubes, then rub them into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork the mixture.
- Chill the crumble mixture in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
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Prepare the Filling:
- Cut ripe bananas into large chunks and place them in an 8-inch pie pan or Pyrex dish.
- Pour light corn syrup, banana liqueur, and dark rum over the bananas.
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the mixture, then mix all the ingredients together until well-combined.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Spread the chilled crumble mixture evenly over the banana filling, covering the entire surface of the pie pan. Press it down gently.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the crust turns a beautiful golden brown and the juices start to bubble around the edges.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Allow the Banana Crumble to cool slightly before serving. It pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Dive into this delightful dessert and savor every blissful bite. Close your eyes, take a moment, and let the dreamy flavors of bananas, rum, and cinnamon transport you to dessert paradise.
Whether you’re looking for a decadent treat to end a weeknight meal or planning a special dessert for a gathering, this Banana Crumble is sure to impress. With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, it’s bound to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So why wait? Preheat that oven, gather your ingredients, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that’s as delicious as it is delightful! 🍌✨
