Cuban Style Sweet Plantain Casserole (Caserola de Plátanos Maduros Estilo Cubano)

This Caserola de Plátanos Maduros Estilo Cubano (Cuban Style Sweet Plantain Casserole) is a delicious and comforting dish that combines the natural sweetness of ripe plantains with warm spices and a creamy texture. It's a popular dessert in Cuban cuisine and is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Cuban Style Sweet Plantain Casserole (Caserola de Plátanos Maduros Estilo Cubano)

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe plantains
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch slices.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
  4. Add the plantain slices, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the saucepan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Transfer the plantain mixture to a greased casserole dish.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix the heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture over the plantains in the casserole dish.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  8. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
8g
Protein
3g

Supplies

Casserole dish Saucepan Baking oven

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Caserola de Plátanos Maduros Estilo Cubano warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips & tricks

For an extra indulgent touch, sprinkle some toasted coconut or chopped nuts on top before serving.

Cost

$8