Caribbean Banana Treat! Recipe

Name: Caribbean Banana Treat!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lemon, zest of, freshly grated; 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 3 cups bananas, chunks; 2 eggs; ¼ cup brown sugar; 3 tablespoons pineapple juice; 1 cup evaporated milk; 1 cup ground pine nuts (or walnuts, almonds, pecans); 2 tablespoons margarine, melted and cooled; boiling water

Servings: persons

1 lemon, zest of, freshly grated
1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
3 cups bananas, chunks
2 eggs
¼ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons pineapple juice
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup ground pine nuts (or walnuts, almonds, pecans)
2 tablespoons margarine, melted and cooled
boiling water

1
Preheat the oven to 300F.
2
Oil a 1 1/2 quart mold.
3
Combine the lemon and orange zests, lemon and orange juices, ginger, and banana.
4
Set aside.
5
Place the eggs, brown sugar and pineapple juice in a food processor and pulse until blended.
6
Add the milk and ground nuts and pulse a few more times.
7
Spoon the nut mixture over the banana mixture.
8
Add the melted margarine and mix well.
9
Pour into the prepared mold.
10
Place the mold in a large pan, and pour enough boiling water into the pan to reach halfway up the sides of the mold.
11
Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 80 minutes.
12
(You may have to add boiling water to the pan as the dessert bakes to keep it at the desired level.)
13
Cool 20 to 30 minutes.
14
Unmold.
15
Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

747

kcal

Calories

Fat

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lemon, zest of, freshly grated, 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Banana Treat! falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caribbean Banana Treat!

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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