Best 5 Brennans Bananas Foster Recipes

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Brennan's Bananas Foster is a classic New Orleans dessert dating back to the 1950s. This delectable dish features caramelized bananas flambéed in a rich butter, brown sugar, and banana liqueur sauce, resulting in a heavenly symphony of flavors. Served warm over vanilla ice cream, Brennan's Bananas Foster offers a perfect balance of sweetness, creaminess, and a touch of flamboyance that makes it an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BANANAS FOSTER



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup banana liqueur
4 bananas, cut in half lengthwise then halved
1/4 cup white rum
4 scoops vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar, butter and cinnamon in a flambe pan or skillet. Place the pan over low heat either on an alcohol burner or on top of the stove and cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the banana liqueur and then place the bananas in the pan. When the banana sections soften and begin to brown, carefully add the rum. Continue to cook the sauce until the rum is hot and then tip the pan slightly to ignite the rum. When the flames subside, lift the bananas out of the pan and place four pieces over each portion of ice cream. Generously spoon warm sauce over the top of the ice cream and serve immediately.

BANANAS FOSTER BREAD PUDDING



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Here is a nod both to the original bananas Foster at Brennan's restaurant in the French Quarter of New Orleans and to the luxe version of bananas baba au rhum that the Louisiana chef Allison Vines-Rushing once cooked at Jack's Luxury Oyster Bar in the East Village. Silky and rich, deep with the flavors of bananas, rum and custard, it is not much work to make, and pays off in incredible flavor. Do not be afraid to use an even darker sugar than the brown called for in the recipe, though molasses may be a step too far. You are looking for a deep caramel hue and flavor in the sauce, to complement the rum and the fruit. (And if you're looking to try the original, make our bananas foster recipe.)

Provided by Sam Sifton

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup plus ½ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon plus ½ cup dark rum
1 teaspoon plus ½ teaspoon kosher salt
6 cups cubed brioche, approximately ½ loaf
5 ripe bananas, peeled and cut into coins
1 tablespoon white sugar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, ¼ cup of brown sugar, vanilla, 1 tablespoon rum and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the bread, and stir so that it absorbs the liquid. Set aside to soak.
  • Butter a 2-quart baking dish, and place it on a baking sheet. Line the bottom of the dish with banana coins, then spoon about ½ of the soaked bread over them. Top with banana coins, and spoon the remaining soaked bread over the top. Bake for 40 minutes, then sprinkle with the tablespoon of white sugar. Continue baking until the pudding is puffed and golden on top, approximately 50 to 60 minutes total.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce. Melt the butter in a small sauce set over medium heat. Add the remaining brown sugar, cream, remaining rum and salt, and whisk until combined. Simmer, whisking, until the sauce has thickened, approximately 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  • Serve the pudding warm, with some of the sauce drizzled over the top, alongside vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 404, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 551 milligrams, Sugar 29 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BRENNAN'S BANANAS FOSTER



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Created in 1951, Bananas Foster are now found all over the US but the original comes from Brennan's in New Orleans, LA. Over 35,000 lbs of banana's are used every year at Brennan's. I haven't made this recipe yet, so the time is approximate.

Provided by momaphet

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup banana liqueur
4 bananas, cut in half lengthwise, then halved
1/4 cup dark rum
4 scoops vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Combine the butter, sugar and cinnamon in a flambé pan or skillet.
  • Place the pan over low heat either on an alcohol burner or on top of the stove, and cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
  • Stir in the banana liqueur, then place the bananas in the pan. When the banana sections soften and begin to brown, carefully add the rum.
  • Continue to cook the sauce until the rum is hot, then tip the pan slightly to ignite the rum, or ignite with a long match.
  • When the flames subside, lift the bananas out of the pan and place four pieces over each portion of ice cream.
  • Generously spoon warm sauce over the top of the ice cream and serve immediately.

BRENNAN'S BANANA FOSTER



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From Copykat recipes: "Banana Foster was originally created by Brennan's, and it is hard to make this recipe any better. Butter, caramlized bananas, cinnamon, nutmeg, and different types of liquer make this a true delight."

Provided by missgaga

Categories     Dessert

Time 28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup banana liqueur
4 bananas, cut in half lengthwise, then halved
1/4 cup dark rum
4 scoops vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Combine the butter, sugar, and cinnamon in a flambé pan or skillet. Place the pan over low heat either on an alcohol burner or on top of the stove, and cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the banana liqueur, then place the bananas in the pan. When the banana sections soften and begin to brown, carefully add the rum. Continue to cook the sauce until the rum is hot, then tip the pan slightly to ignite the rum. When the flames subside, lift the bananas out of the pan and place four pieces over each portion of ice cream. Generously spoon warm sauce over the top of the ice cream and serve immediately.
  • Recipe by Brennan's.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.3, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 46.3, Sodium 133.4, Carbohydrate 89.2, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 75, Protein 2.7

BRENNAN'S BANANAS FOSTER



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Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Sauté     Quick & Easy

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup banana liqueur (Creme de Banana, or substitute banana rum)
4 firm bananas, cut in half lengthwise, then halved
1/4 cup dark rum
4 scoops vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the butter, sugar and cinnamon in a flambé pan or skillet. Place the pan over low/medium heat either on an alcohol burner or on top of the stove, and cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. 2. Stir in the banana liqueur, then place the bananas in the pan. When the banana sections soften and begin to brown, carefully add the rum. Continue to cook the sauce until the rum is hot, then tip the pan slightly to ignite the rum. 3. When the flames subside, lift the bananas out of the pan and place four pieces over each portion of ice cream. Generously spoon warm sauce over the top of the ice cream and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful they will be.
  • Slice the bananas evenly. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Use a heavy skillet. This will help prevent the bananas from sticking.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet. Cook the bananas in batches if necessary.
  • Cook the bananas over medium heat. This will help them caramelize without burning.
  • Stir the bananas frequently. This will help prevent them from sticking and burning.
  • Add the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.
  • Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the bananas are caramelized.
  • Add the banana liqueur. Stir to combine.
  • Cook for 30 seconds, or until the banana liqueur is heated through.
  • Serve immediately. Bananas Foster is best served warm.

Conclusion:

Bananas Foster is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its combination of sweet, caramelized bananas, buttery sauce, and a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, it's the perfect way to end a special meal. So next time you're looking for a delicious and impressive dessert, give Bananas Foster a try. You won't be disappointed!

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