Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas (Printable Version)

Golden caramelized bananas with warm cinnamon, ready in 13 minutes. Perfect for breakfast or dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruits

01 - 2 large ripe bananas

→ Spices & Sweeteners

02 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
03 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar

→ Fats

04 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

→ Finishing Touch

05 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Peel the bananas and slice them diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
02 - In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and brown sugar until evenly blended.
03 - Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until foamy.
04 - Arrange banana slices in a single layer. Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.
05 - Sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar mixture over bananas. Gently flip each slice.
06 - Sprinkle remaining cinnamon-sugar on top. Cook 2-3 minutes until caramelized and tender.
07 - Optionally drizzle with honey or maple syrup. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Takes less than 15 minutes from start to finish, perfect for sudden sweet cravings
  • Uses ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen right now
  • Works for breakfast, dessert, or even as a topping for your favorite ice cream
02 -
  • Dont crowd the pan or the bananas will steam instead of fry, work in two batches if needed
  • The sugar burns quickly, so keep your heat at medium and watch closely once you add it
  • These are best eaten right away, they lose their magic texture as they sit
03 -
  • Let the pan get properly hot before adding butter, this prevents sticking and helps the sugar caramelize
  • Use a thin metal spatula for flipping, thick ones will crush your delicate banana slices