Carla's Baked Bananas

Warm bananas covered in a rich sauce with a hint of nutmeg. This quick and easy dessert is a delightful treat any time of year! Ready to eat in just 20 minutes. This dish is best served the same day it is prepared. I typically use soft bananas and serve with ice cream.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 170 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 pinch salt (Optional)
• ½ cup sugar
• 7 ripe bananas

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a saucepan over medium-high heat, mix together cornstarch and sugar. Gradually stir in water. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, stir in butter, lemon juice, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 3

Peel bananas, and place in a casserole dish. Drizzle sauce over bananas.

Step 4

Bake in a preheated oven for 12 minutes. Serve warm.