Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup phyllo dough sheets, thawed
- 1/4 cup melted butter, for brushing
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Beginner to Intermediate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine bananas, sugar, honey, and melted butter. Mix well.
- Add walnuts, pecans, cranberries, chocolate chips, and coconut to the bowl. Stir to combine.
- Brush a baking sheet with melted butter.
- Place a sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush with melted butter. Place one end of the phyllo dough at the top of the baking sheet and spread a thin layer of the banana mixture along the width of the dough.
- Fold the phyllo dough over the filling, creating a long triangle. Brush with melted butter.
- Repeat steps 5-6 until all of the phyllo dough and banana mixture are used up.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the phyllo dough is golden brown and the bananas are soft.
- Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Sugar: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy, flaky phyllo dough crust
- Sweet, fruity banana filling
- Topped with crunchy nuts, chewy cranberries, and chocolate chips
- Perfect for dessert or a sweet snack
User Comments:
- "These monkey tails are a hit with my family! The combination of bananas, honey, and cinnamon is irresistible."
- "I love the crispy crunch of the phyllo dough and the gooey sweetness of the banana filling."
- "I added some vanilla ice cream on top for an extra decadent treat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- Be careful not to overfill the phyllo dough, or it will be difficult to fold.
- Let the monkey tails cool slightly before slicing, or the filling will ooze out.
