Banana Boats with S’mores, Strawberries, and Pecan Rum Filling Recipe

Introduction

Banana boats are a fun and delicious way to enjoy bananas with a variety of sweet toppings. Whether you crave s’mores, banana splits, or bananas foster, this recipe offers three easy and scrumptious variations perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe bananas, unpeeled
• 4 tbsp mini marshmallows, divided
• 4 tbsp semisweet chocolate chips, divided
• 4 tbsp graham cracker crumbs
• 2 large strawberries, finely chopped, divided
• 4 tbsp toasted walnuts, divided
• Whipped cream and maraschino cherries, for serving
• 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans
• 6 tbsp dark brown sugar
• 1/4 cup dark rum

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut out 4 rectangles of foil, each about 14 by 12 inches.
2. Step 2: Using a paring knife, make a long slit in each banana lengthwise without cutting through the skin on the other side.
3. Step 3: For s’mores: place a banana on foil, fill with 1 tablespoon marshmallows and 1 tablespoon chocolate chips, then crimp foil to seal with seam up. Repeat for all bananas and place on a baking sheet.
4. Step 4: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until chocolate is melted. Then, unwrap foil and broil briefly, 30 to 60 seconds, until lightly browned. Top with graham cracker crumbs.
5. Step 5: For banana splits: place a banana on foil, fill with one-quarter of chopped strawberries, 1 tablespoon chocolate chips, and 1 tablespoon toasted walnuts, then seal foil. Bake 10 to 12 minutes until warmed and softened.
6. Step 6: Unwrap and top with whipped cream and maraschino cherries.
7. Step 7: For bananas foster: microwave pecans, brown sugar, and rum in a heatproof bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring until bubbling and thick (about 2 minutes).
8. Step 8: Place banana on foil, fill with one-quarter of pecan sugar mixture, seal foil, and bake 10 to 12 minutes until warmed and softened.

Tips & Variations

• Use ripe but firm bananas to prevent mushiness when baking.
• Try substituting dark rum with bourbon or omit for a kid-friendly version.
• For extra crunch, add chopped nuts on top right before serving.
• Enjoy the s’mores version with a sprinkle of sea salt for a sweet-salty twist.

Storage

Store any leftover banana boats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 300°F for 5 to 7 minutes or until warmed through. Avoid microwaving to keep the texture intact.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare banana boats ahead of time?

You can assemble them and keep wrapped in foil in the fridge for a few hours before baking, but they taste best freshly baked.

What can I use instead of dark rum?

If you prefer not to use alcohol, substitute with orange juice or simply omit it; the pecans and brown sugar will still provide rich flavor.

Banana Boats with S’mores, Strawberries, and Pecan Rum Filling Recipe

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Banana Boats are a delicious, easy-to-make dessert that transforms ripe bananas into sweet treats with three popular flavor variations: S’mores, Banana Split, and Bananas Foster. Each boat is stuffed with delightful fillings, wrapped in foil, and baked to warm, gooey perfection. Great for indoor family fun or a campfire-style dessert.

• Author: Clara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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S’mores Banana Boats

• 4 ripe bananas, unpeeled
• 4 tbsp. mini marshmallows, divided
• 4 tbsp. semisweet chocolate chips, divided
• 4 tbsp. graham cracker crumbs

Banana Split Boats

• 4 ripe bananas, unpeeled
• 2 large strawberries, finely chopped, divided
• 4 tbsp. semisweet chocolate chips, divided
• 4 tbsp. toasted walnuts, divided
• Whipped cream, for serving
• Maraschino cherries, for serving

Bananas Foster Boats

• 4 ripe bananas, unpeeled
• 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans
• 6 tbsp. dark brown sugar
• 1/4 cup dark rum

Instructions

1. Prepare Foil and Bananas: Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut out four 14″ x 12″ rectangles of foil. Using a paring knife, make a long slit lengthwise in each banana without cutting through the skin on the opposite side.
2. S’mores Filling: Place each banana on a foil sheet. Fill the slit with 1 tbsp. mini marshmallows and 1 tbsp. semisweet chocolate chips. Crimp foil around each banana to seal with the seam facing up. Transfer the wrapped bananas onto a baking sheet.
3. Bake S’mores Boats: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the chocolate melts. Then, turn on the broiler and carefully unwrap the foil. Broil the bananas for 30 to 60 seconds until lightly browned, watching closely. Remove from oven and sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.
4. Banana Split Filling: Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare foil rectangles as before. Place each banana on foil and fill with one-quarter of the chopped strawberries, 1 tbsp. chocolate chips, and 1 tbsp. toasted walnuts. Seal foil and place wrapped bananas on a baking sheet.
5. Bake Banana Split Boats: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until bananas soften and filling warms through. Unwrap and top each boat with whipped cream and maraschino cherries before serving.
6. Bananas Foster Sauce Preparation: Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare foil rectangles. In a heatproof bowl, microwave pecans, brown sugar, and dark rum in 15-second intervals, stirring after each, until bubbling and thickened (about 2 minutes).
7. Bananas Foster Filling: Place each banana on foil and fill with one-quarter of the pecan rum mixture. Seal foil and transfer wrapped bananas to a baking sheet.
8. Bake Bananas Foster Boats: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the bananas soften and the filling warms through. Serve immediately.

Notes

• Ensure bananas are ripe but still firm so they hold shape while baking.
• Use caution when broiling; watch bananas closely to avoid burning.
• For an alcohol-free version of Bananas Foster, substitute rum with orange juice or omit it entirely.
• Foil packets can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking.
• Customize toppings to personal preference, such as adding nuts, different fruits, or alternative chocolates.

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