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Flavorful Caramelized Banana Foster Pancakes Recipe with Easy Rum Syrup

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A quick and indulgent pancake recipe featuring caramelized bananas and a rich rum syrup, perfect for a memorable brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) milk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for cooking)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup (50g) brown sugar, packed
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (60ml) unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup (60ml) dark rum
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pancake Batter (10 minutes): In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. In a separate bowl, whisk 1 ¼ cups milk, 1 large egg, 3 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir gently until just combined—some lumps are okay! Overmixing can make pancakes tough.
  2. Caramelize the Bananas (10 minutes): Heat 3 tablespoons butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add ¼ cup brown sugar and stir until it starts melting. Toss in sliced bananas and sprinkle ½ teaspoon cinnamon if using. Cook gently, turning occasionally, until bananas are golden and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Make the Rum Syrup (5-7 minutes): In a small saucepan, melt ¼ cup butter over medium heat. Add ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons water, and a pinch of salt. Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles. Carefully stir in ¼ cup dark rum. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
  4. Cook the Pancakes (15 minutes): Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat and brush with melted butter. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake onto the griddle. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Transfer to a warm plate.
  5. Assemble and Serve: Stack pancakes on plates, spoon caramelized bananas generously over the top, then drizzle with warm rum syrup. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

If batter thickens while cooking, add a splash of milk to loosen it. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (200°F/95°C) while finishing the batch. Use a flexible spatula to flip pancakes gently. For gluten-free, swap flour with gluten-free blend; for dairy-free, use coconut oil and plant-based milk. Rum syrup can be made alcohol-free by substituting rum with rum extract or vanilla.

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Keywords: banana foster pancakes, caramelized bananas, rum syrup, brunch recipe, easy pancakes, caramelized banana pancakes, rum syrup pancakes

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