Caramel Banana Nuts Tacos
These tacos feature crispy shells filled with ripe banana slices, whipped cream, chopped nuts, and rich caramel sauce for a quick and satisfying sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 4 crispy sturdy thick taco shells
- 2 ripe bananas with slight brown speckles
- 1 cup fresh or stabilized whipped cream
- ½ cup chopped roasted walnuts pecans, or peanuts
- ½ cup thick rich caramel sauce without artificial flavors
- Optional: warmed chocolate sauce or crushed cookies for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and warm taco shells on a baking sheet for 4 minutes until crisp.
- Peel bananas and slice into thick coins or strips, then layer evenly inside each warm taco shell.
- Whip cold cream with a little sugar to soft peaks or use store-bought whipped cream, then spoon or pipe over the banana slices.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts evenly over the whipped cream, pressing lightly to help them stick.
- Drizzle caramel sauce slowly over the nuts and cream, coating the layers thoroughly.
- Optional: garnish with a swirl of warmed chocolate sauce or sprinkle crushed cookies for extra presentation.
Notes
For best crunch, warm shells just before assembling. Use ripe bananas and serve immediately to avoid sogginess.
