Plátanos Horneados con Canela
Sweet baked plantains, a simple yet delicious Honduran dessert or side dish. Ripe plantains are baked with butter, sugar, and cinnamon until tender and caramelized, offering a comforting and naturally sweet treat.
🧂 Ingredients
- 5 large Ripe plantains(with black spots for sweetness)
- 6 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Peel the ripe plantains and cut them into desired sizes (halved lengthwise or into thick rounds).
- 3
In a baking dish or oven-safe pot, combine the plantain pieces with butter, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Toss gently to coat the plantains evenly.
- 4
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the plantains are tender and caramelized. The sugar mixture should bubble and thicken.
- 5
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. The baked plantains can be served warm as a dessert or a sweet side dish.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use very ripe plantains (with plenty of black spots) for maximum sweetness.
- ✓If the plantains are not very ripe, you can increase the sugar slightly.
- ✓Basting the plantains with the pan juices halfway through baking can enhance caramelization.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a splash of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- A sprinkle of nutmeg can add another layer of warm spice.