Bananas Foster Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Bananas Foster Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Banana Mixture; 3/4 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 ripe but still firm bananas, quartered (halved crosswise, then lengthwise); 2 tablespoons dark rum; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; For the Cupcakes; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup butter, softened; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 3 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon dark rum; 3/4 cup sour cream; For the frosting; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 3/4 teaspoon vanilla; 1/2 teaspoon dark rum

Servings: persons

For the Banana Mixture
3/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 ripe but still firm bananas, quartered (halved crosswise, then lengthwise)
2 tablespoons dark rum
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cupcakes
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon dark rum
3/4 cup sour cream
For the frosting
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon dark rum

1
For the Bananas:
2
In a saute pan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
3
Cook until butter melts and sugar is dissolved (4 to 5 minutes).
4
Add the banana slices and cook until tender, turning once for 1 to 2 minutes per side.
5
Stir together rum and vanilla.
6
Turn off the burner and add the rum mixture to the pan.
7
Using a long match, light the alcohol by placing the flame just in the outer edge of the pan.
8
Stand as far back as possible. The flame should extingish in a few seconds.
9
Gently shake the pan from side to side to coat the bananas with the sauce.
10
Spoon the bananas into a bowl and set aside.
11
For the Cupcakes:
12
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
13
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar with electric mixer until light and fluffy.
14
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
15
Add eggs, vanilla, rum and banana mixture. Mix well.
16
Add flour mixture alternately with sour cream; blend thoroughly but do not overmix.
17
Pour into prepared cupcake pans.
18
Bake 20 - 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
19
Cool for 1- minutes in pan on rack. Remove and cool completely before frosting.
20
For the frosting:
21
Beat together cream cheese, butter, cinnamon and vanilla on medium speed until light and fluffy.
22
Add about half the powdered sugar and beat until mixed well. Then gradually add the remaining powdered sugar until you reach a spreading consistency.

2275

kcal

Calories

128

Fat

269

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Banana Mixture, 3/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Bananas Foster Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bananas Foster Cupcakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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