Desserts in glasses Banana and vanilla cream cups are an excellent choice for any time of year, especially during the warmer months. Their individual presentation makes them elegant and practical, ideal for impromptu dinners or gatherings. In this recipe, we will teach you how to prepare some irresistible banana and vanilla cream cups. This dessert is quick to prepare, with an estimated time of just 45 minutes, and can be made with common ingredients that you will easily find in your kitchen.
These glasses stand out for the combination of layers of vanilla cream, caramelized banana, whipped cream and crunchy cookie crumbs. Served chilled, they are a refreshing and light option that will be the star of any dessert, especially on hot days. In addition, this recipe is ideal for those looking for a simple preparation but with a professional finish.
Ingredients for Banana and Vanilla Cream Cups
To ensure the success of this recipe, it is important to have the right ingredients for each of the components.
For the vanilla cream:
- Yolks 3
- 30 g of sugar
- 100 ml of liquid cream (35% mg)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
For the cream:
- 200 ml of liquid cream (35% mg)
- 2 tablespoons icing sugar
For the caramelized banana:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 teaspoons of sugar
To decorate:
- 3 crushed digestive biscuits
Step by Step Preparation
Follow these simple steps to make some banana and vanilla cream cups that will surprise everyone.
- Start by preparing the vanilla creamIn a bowl, beat the egg yolks with the sugar until smooth.
- Heat the cream together with the vanilla essence in a saucepan over low heat. When it starts to boil, remove it from the heat and slowly pour it over the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until it thickens slightly. Once ready, cover with plastic wrap and leave to cool in the freezer for a few minutes.
- Meanwhile, whip the cream. Use an electric whisk and, when it is half-whipped, gradually add the icing sugar, beating at low speed. Store in the refrigerator.
- Peel the bananas and cut them into thin slices. In a non-stick pan, caramelize them with the sugar for about 5 minutes over medium-low heat. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
Assembling the cups:
- Put a layer of vanilla cream at the bottom of each glass. Then add a layer of whipped cream.
- Place the caramelized banana slices on the cream and cover with another layer of whipped cream.
- To finish, sprinkle Digestive biscuit crumbs over the surface and refrigerate the glasses until ready to serve.
This dessert is not only delicious, but it also lends itself to many variations. You can include elements such as cookies with cocoa cream or even try a version with Homemade granola for a crunchier and healthier touch. Dare to experiment!
With every bite, you will enjoy the perfect combination of the smoothness of the cream, the freshness of the whipped cream, the sweetness of the caramelized banana and the crunchiness of the biscuits. This dessert is ideal to share with your family or to surprise your guests on any special occasion.