Caramelized Bananas and Vanilla Cream in Phyllo Cups

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Caramelized Bananas and Vanilla Cream in Phyllo Cups
45 min.
6
599kcal

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a rich, velvety vanilla cream, all nestled within crispy phyllo cups. Our Caramelized Bananas and Vanilla Cream in Phyllo Cups offer a beautiful balance of textures and flavors that will impress even the most discerning palate.

This vegetarian treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual showstopper. The golden, flaky phyllo cups provide the perfect crunchy contrast to the creamy, luscious filling, while the caramelized bananas add a warm, buttery richness that is simply irresistible. Each bite is a celebration of textures and tastes that will leave you and your guests craving more.

With a total preparation time of just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for hosting gatherings or treating yourself to something special. The balance of lightness from the phyllo and the decadence of the vanilla cream makes this dessert a truly remarkable experience. Plus, pairing it with a scoop of frosty chocolate sorbet offers a refreshing touch that elevates the dish even further.

Whether you’re looking to impress at a dinner party or want to savor a sweet evening at home, these Caramelized Bananas and Vanilla Cream in Phyllo Cups are sure to be a hit. Ready to impress your taste buds? Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • large but bananas firm ripe peeled sliced
  • 3.5 tablespoons cornstarch 
  • large egg yolks 
  • sheets phyllo pastry halved (each 17x13 inches)
  • servings chocolate sorbet 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • servings additional sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted melted (1 stick)
  • 0.5  vanilla pod split
  • cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • broiler
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter every other cup in 12-cup muffin pan.
  2. Place 1 phyllo rectangle on work surface; cover remaining phyllo with damp cloth to prevent drying.
  3. Brush rectangle with melted butter; sprinkle with 1/2 tablespoon sugar.
  4. Place second phyllo rectangle atop first; brush with butter and sprinkle with 1/2 tablespoon sugar. Repeat 3 more times; top with 1 more rectangle and brush with butter, making stack of 6 rectangles. Using small sharp knife and 6-inch-diameter plate as guide, cut out two 6-inch round stacks. Press each stack into 1 buttered muffin cup. Repeat entire procedure 2 more times, making 4 more phyllo cups (6 total).
  5. Bake cups until golden and crisp, about 15 minutes. Carefully lift cups, twisting slightly to loosen; place on rack. Cool completely. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)
  6. Whisk 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch in heavy medium saucepan to blend. Gradually whisk in milk, then yolks. Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean; add bean.
  7. Whisk over medium heat until pastry cream thickens and boils, about 6 minutes. Strain pastry cream into small bowl; press plastic wrap directly onto surface. Chill until cold, at least 3 hours and up to 2 days.
  8. Preheat broiler.
  9. Place phyllo cups on small baking sheet. Spoon 1/3 cup pastry cream into each cup. Overlap 5 or 6 banana slices atop pastry cream in each cup.
  10. Sprinkle bananas with additional sugar. Broil pastries until sugar topping caramelizes, turning sheet for even browning, about 2 minutes.
  11. Transfer cups to plates. Scoop sorbet alongside.

Nutrition Facts

Calories599kcal
Protein5.93%
Fat34.82%
Carbs59.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.16
Glycemic Load
34.47
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.443913014039%

Flavonoids

Catechin
4.15mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:598.71kcal
29.94%
Fat:23.46g
36.09%
Saturated Fat:12.81g
80.05%
Carbohydrates:89.79g
29.93%
Net Carbohydrates:85.86g
31.22%
Sugar:56.71g
63.02%
Cholesterol:172.83mg
57.61%
Sodium:233.08mg
10.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.98g
17.97%
Selenium:15.7µg
22.43%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.46%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.4%
Phosphorus:167.83mg
16.78%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.66%
Vitamin A:811.43IU
16.23%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.11%
Fiber:3.93g
15.71%
Folate:55.79µg
13.95%
Calcium:126.11mg
12.61%
Vitamin D:1.79µg
11.94%
Potassium:404.14mg
11.55%
Vitamin B12:0.69µg
11.54%
Vitamin B5:0.98mg
9.76%
Vitamin B3:1.71mg
8.55%
Magnesium:33.48mg
8.37%
Iron:1.44mg
8.01%
Vitamin C:5.92mg
7.17%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.75%
Zinc:0.86mg
5.72%
Copper:0.1mg
4.94%
Vitamin K:2.7µg
2.57%
Source:Epicurious