Dive into the world of desserts with our Banana Caramel Roulade recipe, a heavenly creation that marries the sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich, golden allure of caramel. This Banana Caramel Roulade stands out as a masterpiece of dessert artistry, promising to be the star of any dining occasion. From its tender sponge to the luscious filling, every bite of this Banana Caramel Roulade is a testament to the perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to the kitchen, this recipe offers a delightful culinary adventure.
Ingredients:
For the sponge:
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 large eggs, separated
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
2 ripe bananas, mashed
For the filling:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 ripe bananas, sliced
For the caramel sauce:
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
For garnish:
Powdered sugar
Crushed graham crackers
Banana slices
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- Beat egg yolks with 1/2 cup sugar until light. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites to soft peaks, gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold into the yolk mixture, then fold in the beaten egg whites.
- Spread batter in the prepared pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Immediately turn the sponge out onto a clean towel dusted with powdered sugar. Roll up sponge and towel together, cool completely.
- For the filling, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla to stiff peaks.
- Unroll sponge, spread with whipped cream, and top with banana slices. Re-roll without the towel.
- For the caramel sauce, combine brown sugar, cream, butter, vanilla, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Drizzle caramel over the roulade, sprinkle with crushed graham crackers and banana slices. Dust with powdered sugar.
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Kcal: 450 kcal Servings: 10 slices
Nutritional Breakdown (per serving): Cholesterol: 120 mg Calories: 450 kcal Carbohydrates: 58 g Protein: 5 g Fat: 23 g Saturated Fat: 14 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g Monounsaturated Fat: 7 g Trans Fat: 0.2 g
