A delightful dessert featuring bananas infused with rum and citrus, grilled to perfection and served with a sweet glaze.
Prepare four large rectangles of baking foil.
Using foil ensures the bananas retain their moisture and absorb the flavors.
Peel the bananas, keeping them whole, and place one on each piece of foil.
Choose bananas that are ripe but firm to prevent them from becoming mushy.
Poke the bananas gently with a toothpick in several places.
This allows the flavors to penetrate the bananas more effectively.
Mix together the rum, sugar, orange juice, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved for a smooth glaze.
Pour the glaze over each banana and place a small piece of butter on top of each.
Ensure the glaze is evenly distributed for consistent flavor.
Seal the foil packets by folding the edges securely.
Make sure the packets are sealed tightly to prevent the glaze from leaking out.
Place the packets on a preheated grill and cook for 15 minutes, turning once halfway through.
Grilling caramelizes the sugars, enhancing the dessert's flavor.
Carefully open the packets and transfer the bananas to serving dishes.
Be cautious of the hot steam when opening the packets.
Drizzle the remaining glaze over the bananas and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
The ice cream adds a creamy contrast to the warm, caramelized bananas.