Cinnamon Bananas

The next time you’re jonesing for a sweet, healthy treat, try this easy Cinnamon Bananas recipe.

It’s made with sweet bananas, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of honey.

A lower-calorie riff on bananas flambe — hold the alcohol, butter, and several tablespoons of sugar — this version enhances the already-sweet nature of ripe bananas through caramelization.

Caramelizing draws out the sugars in a food; the lightly sweet crust on the bananas and a few teaspoons of raw honey are all you need.

In addition to being a simple and healthy dessert or snack, this recipe is also a tasty way to get rid of those squishy, slightly overripe bananas sitting on your kitchen counter!

Pro tip: Save this treat for the older kids; it’s not recommended to feed raw honey to babies, due to the (rare) risk of botulism poisoning.

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Cinnamon Bananas

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 6 mins

Total Time 21 mins

Servings 4 servings, 1/3 cup each

Calories 73 kcal

Ingredients

• 2 tsp honey
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• Nonstick cooking spray
• 2 large ripe bananas cut into ½-inch slices

Instructions

1. Combine honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl; mix well. Set aside.
2. Heat medium nonstick skillet, lightly coated with spray, over medium-high heat.
3. Add bananas; cook, gently stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Add honey mixture; cook, gently stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until bananas are well coated and soft.
5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Cinnamon Bananas

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 73

% Daily Value*

Sodium 1mg0%

Carbohydrates 19g6%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 11g12%

Protein 1g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Photos by Amanda Meixner

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