Banoffee
Treat yourself to the deliciousness of banoffee! It's a heavenly combination of ripe bananas, buttery caramel, and dark chocolate. Plus, it only takes 20 minutes to prepare and you can enjoy it for up to 5 days. So come on, indulge in this sweet treat!
Ah the Banoffee, a classic treat that never fails to disappoint. A marriage of caramel and banana, it's like magic in your mouth. From the delicious crunch of the banana pieces to the succulent sweetness of the caramel, it's sure to be a hit with everyone in the family.
The recipe itself is so simple and the ingredients; like chocolate chips, banana, butter, eggs and sugar; are all things you may have in your pantry already. Not to mention, the rich caramel topping which will take your Banoffee experience to a whole new level. Its sweetness will be a lovely accompaniment to your irresistible dessert.
It's important to note that the perfect Banoffee comes out best when you take your time. From preheating your oven to greasing your baking tin and ensuring that your batter is well mixed, all your efforts will result in a delectable treat that's sure to be the highlight of any feast. It's a classic, timeless recipe that has proven its worth in many kitchens.
Banoffee is an absolute classic that's sure to warm your heart and fill your stomach. Whoever said you can't have dessert everyday? Everyone deserves to spoil themselves with the indulgent sweetness
Why You’ll Love This Banoffee Recipe
These are all the reasons I'm loving this Banoffee recipe:
It's delicious: The heavenly combination of sweet bananas, caramel and chocolate makes Banoffee a truly tantalizing dessert. Plus, it's a no-bake treat so you don't need to heat up the kitchen and still get to enjoy the dreamy flavors!
It's versatile: Banoffee can be served as a traybake or in individual portions, so it's perfect for any type of gathering. Plus, if you're looking for a vegan alternative, there are easy swaps that will make it completely plant-based.
It's easy to make: With just a few simple steps and no need for a mixer, it's a great recipe for beginners that can be pulled together in no time. Plus, you can store it in a tin for up to five days so you can prepare it in advance.
Banoffee
Treat yourself to the deliciousness of banoffee! It's a heavenly combination of ripe bananas, buttery caramel, and dark chocolate. Plus, it only takes 20 minutes to prepare and you can enjoy it for up to 5 days. So come on, indulge in this sweet treat!
Ingredients
- 200g butter, softened, plus extra for the tin
- 2 large ripe bananas (250g peeled weight)
- 250g light brown soft sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- 250g self-raising flour
- 100g natural yogurt
- 100g dark chocolate, chopped into chunks
- 100g thick caramel or dulce de leche (we used a can of Carnation caramel)
- 12 dried banana chips, to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Grease and line a 20 x 30cm baking tin with two strips of crisscrossed parchment paper. In a pitcher, mash the bananas with a fork, then incorporate the butter and sugar and stir with an electric mixer until the mixture is uniform and fluffy.
- Step 2: Begin by incorporating the eggs to the mixture, one by one and beating the mixture until each egg has been well blended in. Add the vanilla and a pinch of salt afterwards. Use a spatula to combine the flour, yogurt and chocolate chips with the rest of the 'ingredients'. Evenly distribute the mixture in the tin and make sure to flatten the top. Place it in the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until it is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Step 3: Divide the traybake into 12 pieces and top each one with a dollop of caramel and a banana chip, if desired. It can be stored in a tin for up to five days or, without the toppings, it can be frozen for up to a month.
