Banana Dogs

If you came looking for one of these...

                             

... you're out of luck.  If, however, you're looking for a delicious treat, read on...

When I get creative in the kitchen, it can be dangerous.  It always (okay, almost always) ends up being decadent.  Take, for example, today's recipe:  what happens when you put a caramelized banana in a brioche bun and add toppings?  Deliciousness, that's what.

Quantities are approximate and negotiable.  Here's (more or less) what I used:

1 ripe but firm banana, about the length of your roll
1 tablespoon salted butter
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 brioche roll, sliced lengthwise without cutting all the way through
peanut or almond butter
chocolate sprinkles
whipped cream (optional)

In a small frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat.  Add the banana and fry until golden, turning gently to get all sides.  Sprinkle with brown sugar and allow to melt and caramelize.  Meanwhile, lightly toast the inside of the brioche roll.  Spread one side of the roll with the nut butter and sprinkle with chocolate.  Add the banana and drizzle with the melted butter from the pan.  Top with whipped cream for extra decadence.

Conclusion:  These were pretty tasty.  Two would go down easily, but you probably shouldn't.