Caramelized Banana Shortcakes

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Caramelized Banana Shortcakes
30 min.
6
575kcal

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If you're looking for a dessert that's both indulgent and gluten-free, look no further than these Caramelized Banana Shortcakes. With a calorie count of 575 per serving, this dessert is perfect for those who want to satisfy their sweet tooth without compromising on taste. The recipe serves 6 people, making it ideal for sharing with friends and family. The combination of bananas, brown sugar, cinnamon, and hot fudge creates a flavor profile that's both comforting and decadent. The shortcakes themselves are made with a simple gluten-free mix, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delicious treat. The process of making these shortcakes is straightforward and can be completed in just 30 minutes. You'll start by mixing the Bisquick mix, brown sugar, and cinnamon, creating a fragrant and flavorful base. Then, you'll add milk and melted butter to form a soft dough, which you'll drop onto a baking sheet. While the shortcakes bake to a golden brown, you'll prepare the caramelized bananas. In a skillet, you'll melt butter and brown sugar, creating a rich caramel sauce. The banana slices are then coated in this sauce, infusing them with warmth and flavor. Once the shortcakes are ready, you'll split them open and fill them with the warm banana filling, creating a delightful contrast of textures. Finally, a drizzle of hot fudge topping adds an extra layer of indulgence to this already mouthwatering dessert.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2.8 lb banana peeled cut into 1/2-inch slices (4 1/2 cups)
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 cup topping hot warmed
  • 2.3 cups frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, 3 tablespoons brown sugar and the cinnamon until well blended. Stir in milk and 3 tablespoons melted butter until soft dough forms. Drop by 6 heaping spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet.
  3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, melt 6 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in 1/2 cup brown sugar. Cook, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes or until dissolved.
  5. Add bananas to pan; coat with caramel mixture. Stir in ground cinnamon; remove from heat.
  6. To serve, split warm shortcakes; fill with warm banana filling.
  7. Drizzle each with 2 tablespoons hot fudge topping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories575kcal
Protein3.27%
Fat32.38%
Carbs64.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.13
Glycemic Load
23.37
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.516956381176%

Flavonoids

Catechin
12.68mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.23mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:574.92kcal
28.75%
Fat:21.63g
33.28%
Saturated Fat:5.63g
35.2%
Carbohydrates:96.71g
32.24%
Net Carbohydrates:89.98g
32.72%
Sugar:63.18g
70.2%
Cholesterol:2.82mg
0.94%
Sodium:346.18mg
15.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.92g
9.84%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.3%
Vitamin B6:0.8mg
39.78%
Fiber:6.73g
26.94%
Potassium:926.03mg
26.46%
Vitamin C:18.22mg
22.09%
Magnesium:79.93mg
19.98%
Vitamin A:919.4IU
18.39%
Copper:0.31mg
15.39%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.08%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.53%
Phosphorus:109.26mg
10.93%
Folate:43.58µg
10.9%
Vitamin B5:0.87mg
8.67%
Calcium:85.53mg
8.55%
Vitamin B3:1.54mg
7.69%
Iron:1.25mg
6.94%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.06%
Selenium:3.65µg
5.21%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.85%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.56%
Vitamin K:2.21µg
2.1%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.49%