Strawberry and Banana Flambé with Butterscotch Sauce

Make your special event a truly memorable occasion by serving this dessert which not only tastes amazing but also looks spectacular. Flambé the fruits in front of your guests for that added effect.

Strawberry and Banana Flambé with Butterscotch Sauce

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Strawberry and Banana Flambé with Butterscotch Sauce recipe - How to make Strawberry and Banana Flambé with Butterscotch Sauce

Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:     4Serves 4.
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Ingredients


1 cup strawberries, halved
1 cup bananas, sliced

For the butterscotch sauce
1/2 cup sugar
1 tbsp butter
4 tbsp fresh cream
1/4 tsp vanilla essence
4 tbsp brandy for the flambe

For serving
2 scoops vanilla ice-cream

Method
    Main Procedure

For the butterscotch sauce

    For the butterscotch sauce
  1. Heat the sugar in a non-stick pan and allow it to caramelize to a light brown colour.
  2. Add ¼ cup hot water and allow it to mix with the caramel to make a syrup, over a slow flame.
  3. Add the butter and cream and mix well.
  4. Allow it to simmer for 5 to 7 minutes till it is of a syrupy consistency. Keep warm.

How to proceed

    How to proceed
  1. Just before serving, toss the strawberries and bananas into the butterscotch sauce and bring to a boil.
  2. Pour onto a serving platter.
  3. Heat the brandy, ignite and pour over the butterscotch coated fruits.
  4. Serve immediately with whipped cream or ice-cream.
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy268 cal
Protein1.2 g
Carbohydrates41 g
Fiber2 g
Fat7.4 g
Cholesterol7.5 mg
Sodium47.3 mg

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