If you love the sweet and salty combo, this Salted Caramel Banana treat is a must-try! Rich, buttery caramel meets the natural sweetness of bananas for a dessert that’s pure indulgence. Drizzle it over ice cream, pancakes, or enjoy it straight from the spoon—because why not?
You can drizzle this over my cheesecake bars, cinnamon cookies, pear crumble & SO much MORE!
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Ingredients
- Granulated Sugar
- Unsalted Butter
- Heavy Cream
- Banana
- Salt
See recipe card for quantities. Scroll all the way down;)
Instructions
Let the sugar get clumpy & melt over medium heat!
Once the sugar has melted, add in the butter & heavy cream!
Let the caramel cool & blend in a ripe banana!
Enjoy your banana caramel recipe!
- Melt Sugar: Heat sugar in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until it melts into a smooth amber liquid.
- Add Butter: Stir in butter carefully, as the mixture will bubble. If it separates, remove from heat and whisk until smooth.
- Add Cream: Slowly pour in the cream while stirring. Let it boil for 1 minute without stirring.
- Add Salt & Cool: Remove from heat, stir in salt, and allow to cool. Caramel will thicken as it cools.
- Blend in Banana: Once cooled, use a handheld immersion blender to blend in 1 ripe banana until smooth and creamy.
Equipment
- stainless steel pan or enamelled saucier
- whisk
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Reheat gently if needed. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and stir before using.
Top tips
- Stir Constantly – Keep stirring while melting the sugar to prevent burning and ensure a smooth caramel.
- Use Room Temp Ingredients – Cold butter or cream can cause the caramel to seize; let them warm up slightly before adding.
- Blend Smoothly – For the best texture, ensure the banana is fully incorporated with an immersion blender after cooling.
FAQs
White sugar is best for a classic caramel texture, but brown sugar can work for a deeper, molasses-like flavor. Just note that the consistency may be slightly different.
If it’s too thick after cooling, gently reheat it with a splash of cream and stir until smooth.
Yes! Just make sure the caramel is fully cooled before blending to avoid splattering or overheating your blender.
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Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Melt Sugar: Heat sugar in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until it melts into a smooth amber liquid.
- Add Butter: Stir in butter carefully, as the mixture will bubble. If it separates, remove from heat and whisk until smooth.
- Add Cream: Slowly pour in the cream while stirring. Let it boil for 1 minute without stirring.
- Add Salt & Cool: Remove from heat, stir in salt, and allow to cool. Caramel will thicken as it cools.
- Blend in Banana: Once cooled, use a handheld immersion blender to blend in 1 ripe banana until smooth and creamy.
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Let us know how it was!Food safety
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
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