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Banana Crumble

Mouthwatering Banana Crumble with Crunchy Pecan Topping

A delightful Banana Crumble with caramelized bananas and a pecan topping, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar deepens flavor
  • 1 cup Old Fashioned Oats Quick oats can work in a pinch
  • 1/2 cup Flour Gluten-free flour is a good substitute
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup Pecans (toasted) Can substitute walnuts if preferred
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Unsalted for precise control of salt content
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Lemon juice is a suitable alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste or leave out if preferred
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 4 Bananas Choose ripe bananas with bright yellow skin
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup Vanilla Ice Cream or Whipped Topping For serving

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • cast iron skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Crumble
  1. In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, old-fashioned oats, flour, and cold butter. Mix until crumbly, then fold in the toasted pecans. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  2. Melt unsalted butter in a skillet over low heat. Stir in brown sugar until dissolved (about 3 minutes). Add cinnamon and salt, then pour in orange juice and stir for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
  3. Cut ripe bananas into chunks and toss in the caramel mixture. Spread evenly across the skillet to absorb caramel flavor.
  4. Distribute the chilled oat and pecan mixture evenly over the bananas, covering them completely.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20 minutes or until topping is golden brown and fragrant.
  6. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Top each serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Choose ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep the topping light and flaky. Use an oven-safe skillet or transfer to a baking dish if necessary.

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