Coconut Baked Bananas (Or Plantains)

Coconut baked bananas are a popular dessert in Caribbean cuisine and are often enjoyed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Coconut Baked Bananas (Or Plantains)

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Caribbean Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Bananas or Plantains
• 2 teaspoon Coconut Oil
• 4 tablespoon Shredded Coconut
• 2 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Peel the bananas or plantains and cut them in half lengthwise.
3. Place the banana halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Drizzle the coconut oil over the bananas.
5. Sprinkle the shredded coconut, honey or maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract over the bananas.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bananas are soft and golden.
7. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 26g9%

Sugars 16g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.