BROILED BANANAS A LA MODE

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This is what I make when I crave a delectable dessert. Dressed in a sweet apricot sauce with a sprinkling of toasted coconut, the warm bananas are extra yummy when you serve them with a scoop of ice cream on the side.-Charles Williams, Cincinatti, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 jars (12 ounces each) apricot preserves
1 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
12 medium firm bananas, peeled
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 quart peach, vanilla or strawberry ice cream

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat preserves over medium heat until warmed. Remove from the heat; stir in orange juice and extract. Halve bananas lengthwise; cut widthwise into thirds. , Arrange cut side down in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. pan. Drizzle with apricot sauce; sprinkle with coconut. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-6 minutes or until coconut is lightly toasted. Serve with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tara Poi
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These bananas are a great way to sneak some extra fruit into your diet. My kids love them and they don't even realize they're eating healthy.


Muhammad Zakir Hussain
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I love that these bananas can be made ahead of time. It's so convenient to have a delicious dessert ready to go when you need it.


bijaya kumal
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These bananas are the perfect way to end a meal. They're light and refreshing, and they don't weigh you down.


Kaki Khan
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I've made these bananas several times now and they're always a hit. They're a great way to impress your guests.


Chris Stock
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These bananas are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They love watching the bananas caramelize under the broiler.


Brian Asava
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I love the combination of the sweet bananas and the cold ice cream. It's the perfect summer dessert.


Stephen Alex
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These bananas are the perfect way to use up ripe bananas. They're a delicious and healthy snack or dessert.


Tommy Lee
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I've never had broiled bananas before, but I'm definitely a fan now. They're so simple to make and they taste amazing.


Anamol Sunar
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I made these bananas for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Md Shafik
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These broiled bananas were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and tasted delicious. I served them with vanilla ice cream and they were the perfect dessert.