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