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Banana Crumble

Heavenly Banana Crumble That'll Melt Your Heart

This Banana Crumble is a delightful dessert that transforms ripe bananas into a comforting treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Substitution: Try coconut sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 cup Old Fashioned Oats Substitution: Quick oats can be used, but the texture will differ.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitution: Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter Substitution: Coconut oil can be used for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Pecans Substitution: Walnuts or almonds can work beautifully if you’re out of pecans.
For the Banana Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Butter You can use margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Light or Brown Sugar Brown sugar provides a richer taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Juice Substitution: Lemon juice can be used, though the flavors will vary slightly.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Feel free to add nutmeg for an extra kick.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 medium Bananas Use ripe bananas that are bright yellow.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream or Whipped Topping Perfect for serving alongside the Banana Crumble.

Equipment

  • 10-inch cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Banana Crumble
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, old-fashioned oats, and all-purpose flour. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add in the toasted pecans and mix evenly. Chill this crumble topping in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Using a 10-inch cast iron skillet, melt butter over low heat. Stir in brown sugar until it dissolves completely, creating a syrupy mixture. Mix in cinnamon, salt, and orange juice, cooking for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
  3. Fold in the banana chunks gently into the thickened sauce, ensuring each piece is coated. Spread the banana mixture evenly across the bottom of the skillet.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chilled topping evenly over the banana mixture. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for approximately 20 minutes, until golden brown.
  5. Allow the Banana Crumble to cool for about 10 minutes before serving warmly, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose bananas that are bright yellow with no spots for the best flavor. Chill the crumble topping before baking for crunch.

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