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Bananas Foster a la Mode Cups & A Giveaway!

September 18, 2013 by Amy 32 Comments

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A couple of months ago, my husband and I went to a restaurant in New Orleans. When it came time for dessert, we decided to split something, but the problem with splitting with my husband is the dessert cannot contain any chocolate, caramel or peanut butter (he hates it all). I know…poor guy doesn’t know what he’s missing! Luckily, this particular restaurant had a bananas foster torte, so I knew we were set. It was absolutely delicious, indulgent and rich. In fact, I’m SO glad we split it, because there was no way I could eat the whole thing. Ever since then, bananas foster has been fresh on my mind. I had to make a fun recipe with this classic New Orleans favorite.

I’m thrilled to be working with Calphalon again to review their brand new Elite Nonstick cookware, which is sold exclusively at Williams-Sonoma. It’s currently for sale on their website, and will be in stores on September 27th. I’m sure you guys know that I love using nonstick cookware, but one of the biggest issues I’ve faced is being limited to wooden or silicone utensils. This line is safe for metal utensils (fork out your whisks!). Yep…I’m serious! This cookware also comes with a textured sear surface, which is awesome because you can get the sear that you usually get from stainless steel, but with the convenience (hello, easy clean-up) of a nonstick pan. This line of cookware is also dishwasher safe.

Calphalon sent me this 3 piece set to review, and asked me to create a modern twist on a classic recipe, using one of the pans. With that in mind, I grabbed the 10″ pan, some bananas and got to work! The end result is homemade bananas foster ice cream, topped with warm bananas foster, contained in a cinnamon sugar wonton cup. I hope you like bananas for this one, y’all, because there is plenty of sweet banana flavor in this recipe!

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For the ice cream, I omitted the rum, because even though the alcohol cooks off, I didn’t want to chance the ice cream not setting up properly. I suggest making the ice cream one day before you plan on serving these desserts, so the ice cream can be a scoop-able consistency.

Bananas Foster a la Mode Cups
Source: Nifty Foodie Original

**makes 12 servings**

Ingredients:

For the ice cream:

  • 1/2 stick unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 2 large bananas, cut in half lengthwise
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

For the cups:

  • 12 wonton wrappers
  • 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

For the bananas foster topping:

  • 3 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 2 large bananas, cut in half lengthwise, then cut in thirds for each banana half
  • 1/4 cup dark rum

Directions:

  1. To make the ice cream, melt the 1/2 stick of butter in a 10″ pan. Once it’s melted, stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon, then cook it on low until the sugar dissolves into the butter. Add in the bananas, and cook them on each side for about a minute. Allow the bananas foster to fully cool.
  2. In a blender, add the heavy cream, whole milk, bananas foster and vanilla extract. Chill the mixture in the fridge for about an hour. Then, place the ice cream in an ice cream maker, and make the ice cream according to your ice cream maker’s instructions (mine takes 25-30 minutes to churn). Then, place the ice cream in an airtight container, and allow it to freeze overnight.
  3. To make the cups, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a cupcake tin with baking spray, and place one wonton in each cupcake well, pressing it down to form a cup. Brush the inside of the cups lightly with the melted butter. Mix the cinnamon and granulated sugar together, and sprinkle the mixture on the inside of the wonton cups. Bake the cups for 8-10 minutes, until the tips of the cups start to brown. While the cups are cooling, make the bananas foster topping.
  4. To make the topping, melt the unsalted butter in a 10″ pan. Once it’s melted, stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon, then cook it on low until the sugar dissolves into the butter. Add in the bananas, and cook them on each side for about a minute. Carefully pour in the dark rum, and then using a stick lighter (like the kind for a candle) ignite the sauce and carefully swirl the pan around until the flame goes out. (Note: if the sauce is hot enough, the mixture may ignite on its own without a flame once you add the rum.)
  5. To assemble the cups, add a small scoop of the ice cream in the cup, then place a banana piece on top of the ice cream. Spoon sauce over the banana and ice cream, and enjoy!

By the way, Calphalon is generously offering a lucky reader of The Nifty Foodie a 10″ fry pan from the Elite Nonstick collection (valued at $150). I absolutely love this cookware, and I think whoever wins this is in for a treat! I’ve used it a few times already, and the coating still looks new. I’m always hesitant to use metal utensils in it, but there’s been no scratches or damage. This is a great, sturdy line of cookware!

To enter this giveaway, check out the Rafflecopter widget below!

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Note: This giveaway is open to readers in the continental US only. Entries will be accepted until October 2nd at 12:00am (central standard time). Winner will be emailed (make sure you leave an email address in the form), and will have 48 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: I was sent a 3 pc. Elite Nonstick set from Calphalon at no cost to me for a fair and honest review. Calphalon is also supplying the 10″ fry pan for the giveaway. All opinions are 100% my own.

Filed Under: Desserts, Frozen Desserts, Fruit, Giveaways/Reviews, Nifty Foodie Original

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Comments

  1. Emily {Pink Tiger in the Kitchen} says

    September 18, 2013 at 8:37 am

    Such a great twist on the classic NOLA dessert!!

    Besides the 10″ fry pan, the 1-1/2 quart saucepan catches my eye since mine is beginning to need replacing. Oh and their roaster with rack! Tis the season to be thinking roasted turkey!!

    Reply
  2. Nora B says

    September 18, 2013 at 8:38 am

    I’d love the 8qt stock pot!

    Reply
  3. Nichole B-P says

    September 18, 2013 at 9:15 am

    I love the look of the Calphalon Elite Nonstick Roaster With Rack. That would be perfect for a Thanksgiving turkey!

    Reply
  4. Kaitlyn says

    September 18, 2013 at 9:21 am

    Delicious! The 8″ nonstick Frypan also looks fantastic. I love having a smaller pan for great veggies, potatoes or sauces.

    Reply
  5. Ray says

    September 18, 2013 at 9:27 am

    The 8 quart stock pot would be handy for my family in the winter for homemade chili and soups!

    Reply
  6. jessica lynn says

    September 18, 2013 at 10:36 am

    Oh my gosh, YUM!!! We love Calphalon and I would LOOOOVE to have their wok!

    Reply
  7. Georgiana says

    September 18, 2013 at 12:38 pm

    1 1/2 Quart sauce pan would be nice for sauces and vegetables!

    Reply
  8. Dawn says

    September 18, 2013 at 1:02 pm

    I need a new stockpot, so I would go with the 8 quart one.

    Reply
  9. nataly carbonell says

    September 18, 2013 at 1:15 pm

    the Calphalon Elite Nonstick Wok

    Reply
  10. Eva @ Eva Bakes says

    September 18, 2013 at 1:16 pm

    The Calphalon Elite Nonstick Double-Burner Griddle!

    Reply
  11. Amy says

    September 18, 2013 at 2:12 pm

    I desperately need some new cookware. We’ve had our cheapo set for probably the last 2-3 years. With that being said, it ALL catches my eye. 🙂

    Reply
  12. Stefany says

    September 18, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    We *really* need new 8 and 10″ non-stick frying pans, so that’s what stands out to me now!

    Reply
  13. Annette says

    September 18, 2013 at 3:03 pm

    I really like the Calphalon Elite Nonstick Stir Fry Pan.

    Reply
  14. Jenni @DoughSeeDough says

    September 18, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    I would love the griddle… But I also desperately need a new wok!!

    Reply
  15. Deanna says

    September 18, 2013 at 3:52 pm

    The 8-qt. stockpot with lid and pasta insert looks so nice!

    Reply
  16. bridgette says

    September 18, 2013 at 5:37 pm

    I like the elite nonstick roaster with rack

    Reply
  17. Josie says

    September 18, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    Oooh, I would love the Wok! My old one was flaking and nasty so it had to get tossed and now I need a new one

    Reply
  18. JenG says

    September 18, 2013 at 6:42 pm

    I love this 13″ deep sauté pan! http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/calphalon-contemporary-nonstick-deep-saute-pan-with-lid-13-inch/?cm_src=AutoRel

    Reply
  19. Elin says

    September 18, 2013 at 10:06 pm

    The roaster or the stock pot look pretty good. Although, what doesn’t?

    Reply
  20. Holly B says

    September 18, 2013 at 10:42 pm

    Their wok looks great! Its one of those things I’ve wanted for some time, but it never really takes priority.

    Reply
  21. The Home Cook says

    September 19, 2013 at 7:31 am

    The double burner griddle – perfect for pancakes!

    Reply
  22. Renata says

    September 19, 2013 at 8:47 am

    The 8 quart stockpot is wonderful for big family stews and so versatile!

    Reply
  23. Biggles209 says

    September 19, 2013 at 10:15 am

    A 10″ pan is the perfect size for me!

    Reply
  24. Meagan D. says

    September 19, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    OMG YUM! I’m salivating at my desk!

    I’d love the Griddle!

    Reply
  25. Wehaf says

    September 20, 2013 at 10:36 am

    The double burner griddle pans looks so useful!

    Reply
  26. Susan Christy says

    September 21, 2013 at 6:22 pm

    I like the Calphalon Unison Nonstick Double Griddle Set

    Reply
  27. rebecca f. says

    September 24, 2013 at 9:34 am

    The large stockpot would be an awesome addition to my kitchen. Especially with the pasta insert!

    Reply
  28. Catherine says

    September 26, 2013 at 8:03 am

    The roaster would be a great piece to add to my kitchen tools.

    Reply
  29. Rust says

    September 26, 2013 at 9:44 am

    I’ve had my eye on the Calphalon roaster now for while! It would be handy for my holiday cooking.

    Reply
  30. Cheryl says

    October 1, 2013 at 8:05 am

    The non-stick roaster is at the top of my list. I’ve had a few and they always manage to warp or lose the non-stick coating. Plus the holidays are fast approaching and it will be my first opportunity to host in our new home. Super Excited!

    Reply
  31. jeremy s says

    October 1, 2013 at 8:24 am

    Looks great. I hope that I win. Thanks

    Reply
  32. Stefany says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:26 am

    Amy – thank you so much for hosting this giveaway! I am ecstatic that I won! We desperately need a new 10″ pan!

    Reply

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