A delightful dessert featuring baked bananas with a caramelized sugar topping, served with a hint of coconut and a scoop of ice cream.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Preheating ensures even cooking and the right caramelization.
Melt the butter and pour it into a baking dish.
Use a microwave or stovetop to melt the butter quickly.
Peel the bananas and arrange them in the baking dish.
Ensure the bananas are evenly spaced for uniform cooking.
Drizzle the orange juice over the bananas and sprinkle the brown sugar evenly.
Use a spoon to distribute the sugar evenly for consistent caramelization.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until the bananas are tender and the sugar has caramelized.
Check occasionally to prevent over-caramelization.
Sprinkle the shredded coconut over the baked bananas.
Toast the coconut beforehand for added flavor.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm bananas and cold ice cream.