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Upside-Down Bananas Foster Lava Cake

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A rich and indulgent dessert featuring caramelized bananas and dark rum at the base of a soft vanilla cake with a molten center. This upside-down lava cake is finished with a drizzle of warm syrup and toasted walnuts for a decadent Southern-inspired treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup dark rum
  • 1 ripe banana, sliced
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease 2 ramekins or small oven-safe bowls.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add brown sugar and cinnamon, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. Pour in dark rum and simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Spoon half of the sauce into the bottom of each ramekin and place banana slices on top.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar. Add egg, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  8. Spoon the batter over the banana slices in the ramekins.
  9. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the centers are just set.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes, then invert onto serving plates.
  11. Drizzle with remaining sauce and sprinkle with chopped walnuts if using. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for extra sweetness and caramelization.
  • Omit the rum or replace with orange juice for an alcohol-free version.
  • Can be made in advance and gently reheated before serving.

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