Honey-Rum Grilled Bananas

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Lori Wendt, Mahomet, Illinois

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Aug. 18, 2023

These grilled bananas are the perfect dessert following a cookout. My family was skeptical at first, but everyone tried the recipe and they all agreed it was delicious. I use coconut rum from the Bahamas. —Lori Wendt, Mahomet, Illinois

Grilled Banana Tips

Do you leave the peel on when grilling bananas?

Yes, leave the peel on when grilling your bananas! Have an extra bunch on hand? Use 'em up in these banana recipes.

What other flavors go with grilled bananas?

A sprinkle of brown or cinnamon sugar (or a light drizzle of chocolate or maple syrup) would be great to add! Up the ante by pairing this recipe with a gooey brownie, like in this Grilled Banana Brownie Sundae.

What other fruit can be grilled similar to grilled bananas?

There are many ways to grill fruit! Some of our favorites are Grilled Stone Fruit, Fruit 'n' Cake Kabobs and Ginger-Glazed Grilled Honeydew.

Research contributed by Christina Herbst, Taste of Home Assistant Digital Editor
TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Honey-Rum Grilled Bananas

Yield:4 servings
Prep:5 min
Cook:10 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons rum
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 medium firm unpeeled bananas
  • Vanilla ice cream
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Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine rum, honey and cinnamon; set aside. Cut bananas in half lengthwise, leaving the peel on.
  2. Place bananas cut side down on grill. Cover and grill over medium heat for 3 minutes. Turn and brush with honey mixture. Cover and grill until tender, 5-6 minutes. Peel bananas. Serve immediately with ice cream.
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