Description
This Caramelized Banana and Coconut Tart is a sweet and indulgent dessert featuring ripe bananas, a rich caramel sauce, and toasted coconut flakes, all nestled in a flaky pie crust. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut flakes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Vanilla ice cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: Roll out the pie crust and press it into a tart pan.
- Slice and arrange bananas: Slice the bananas and arrange them on the crust.
- Make caramel: In a small saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar together until caramelized.
- Add toppings: Drizzle the caramel over the bananas and sprinkle with coconut flakes and cinnamon.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Serve: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of sea salt to the caramel sauce.
- You can substitute the vanilla ice cream with whipped cream or coconut cream for a different topping.
- The tart can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, but the caramelized topping is best when served fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes