Crispy Banana Parcels
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these indulgent filo pastry parcels filled with ripe bananas, baked to perfection and served with a dollop of creamy goodness. The crispy exterior gives way to a warm, caramelized banana center that pairs perfectly with a drizzle of single cream. This dessert is a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will surely impress your guests.
ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas
- 8 sheets of filo pastry
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Single cream, for serving
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2.
Peel and slice the bananas in half lengthwise.
- 3.
Place two sheets of filo pastry on a clean surface and brush them with melted butter.
- 4.
Sprinkle each filo stack with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon zest.
- 5.
Lay a banana half at the bottom of each filo pastry stack and roll it up tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.
- 6.
Repeat the process for the remaining bananas.
- 7.
Place the parcels seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with melted butter.
- 8.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the filo pastry turns golden and crispy.
- 9.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
- 10.
Serve the crispy banana parcels with a generous drizzle of single cream on the side.
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