Caramel Banana Tart

The Caramel Banana Tart is a decadent dessert featuring a buttery pastry crust filled with caramelized bananas and a rich, creamy custard or caramel sauce. It typically combines ripe bananas, butter, sugar, and cream, often finished with a sprinkle of sea salt or toasted nuts. This dish is a popular sweet treat in many Western cuisines, particularly in European and American baking traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from sugar, butter, and pastry, with minimal protein. A single serving can range from 400 to 600 calories, providing quick energy but also contributing to saturated fat and sugar intake.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	32 g
Sodium	180 mg
Potassium	210 mg
Calcium	45 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Vitamin A	45 µg
Vitamin C	3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.15 mg

Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Caramel Banana Tart is culturally interesting as it blends tropical banana flavors with classic French or British pastry techniques, often served during celebrations or as a comforting indulgence. Nutritionally, bananas add potassium and fiber, but the caramel and pastry make it a treat best enjoyed in moderation.