Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe: I am a contributor to Amanda’s Cookin’ and this recipe first appeared on there as Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce.

This Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe is 2 lush recipes in one. A rum-infused, banana-caramel sauce brings this Classic Banana Cream Lush Layered dessert to a whole new level.

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Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe

Hello Everyone, are you ready for a lush dessert recipe on a whole new level?

This Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe brings together the classic banana-rum flavor of a Bananas Foster dessert and Banana Cream Lush.

In the recipe card, I give plenty of options to customize this recipe to your tastes.

Have you seen my Coconut Cream, Lemon and Mocha Lush recipes? 

They are also great options for Summer dessert recipes and just like this Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe, they feed a crowd with 12 big slices per recipe.

The above and below photos show this recipe as a Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe which is great on it’s own.

You can make this recipe ahead of time and it keeps well in the refrigerator or freezer (as long as you use Cool Whip for the top layer).

I suggest slicing the bananas just before serving so that they do not get brown.

I also topped the dessert with 2-3 tablespoons chopped pecans and walnuts taste great with the banana flavors too.

Ingredients for Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe

Bottom Graham Cracker Crust Layer (for no bake crust option):

• 2 (5 ounce) packages of regular, honey or vanilla graham crackers, finely ground using a food processor or manually crushing
• 5-8 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted and cooled *I give a range for the amount because I have found that depending on the humidity, you may need more or less butter

Bottom Pecan Crust Layer (for baked crust option):

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1/2 cup finely chopped or food processor processed pecans (great for the mini food processor)
• 1/4 cup granulated white sugar

Cream Cheese Layer (2nd Layer):

• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 1 cup granulated white sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice

Banana Cream Pudding Layer (3rd Layer):

• 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant banana cream pudding mix
• 4 cups milk (you can also do 3 1/2, if you want it slightly thicker)

Whipped & Toppings Layer (4th Layer):

• 1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping (I used Cool Whip), you can substitute the same amount whipped cream
• 2-3 chopped pecans or walnuts (this would go if you chose the bottom pecan crust option too)
• right before serving: 1 banana sliced

Bananas Foster Sauce for Serving (5th Layer):

• 1 stick (1/2 cup) of salted butter
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 3/4 cup heavy cream or whipping cream
• 1/2 cup dark rum
• 2 bananas, sliced in half and then lengthwise in thick slices
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
• 1/4 ground cinnamon
• optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Kitchen Tools Needed for Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe

Here is a helpful list of kitchen tools for making this Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe:

• GreenLife 9″x13″ Ceramic Non-Stick Cake Pan, Turquoise“>9-inch x 13-inch baking pan
• Cuisinart DLC-2ABC Mini Prep Plus Food Processor Brushed Chrome and Nickel“>Food processor
• Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls by Finedine (Set of 6) Polished Mirror Finish Nesting Bowls, ¾ – 1.5 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 8 Quart – Cooking Supplies“>large mixing bowls
• Thunder Group Ow356 Strainless Steel Measuring Spoons and Slmc2414 Measuring Cups 2 Piece Set“>Measuring cups
• Pyrex 3-Piece Glass Measuring Cup Set“>Wet measure
• Wilton 570-1121 Easy Flex 3-Piece Silicone Spatula Set, Blue“>baking spatula
• Set of 3 Stainless Steel & Silicone Whisk 8"+10"+12", Kitchen Balloon Hand Stainless Whisk Set for Blending Whisking Beating Stirring by Ouddy“>whisk
• LAIMALA Stainless Steel Offset Spatula Set Icing Cake Decoration Tools, Wooden Handle, Set of 3, 4”-6”-8”“>offset spatula
• OXO SteeL Lasagna Turner“>Spatula for serving
• T-fal A91082 Specialty Nonstick Dishwasher Safe Oven Safe Jumbo Cooker Saute Pan with Glass Lid Cookware, 5-Quart, Black“>large skillet
• Kitchen Utensils – 8 Piece Cooking Utensils – Nonstick Utensil Set – Silicone and Stainless Steel Kit – For Pots and Pans – Serving Tongs, Spoon, Spatula Tools, Pasta Server, Ladle, Strainer, Whisk“>spoon for stirring bananas foster sauce in the skillet
• BIC Multi-purpose Lighter, 2 Pack“>lighter wand for igniting the rum in the bananas foster sauce
• Kitchen Utensils – 8 Piece Cooking Utensils – Nonstick Utensil Set – Silicone and Stainless Steel Kit – For Pots and Pans – Serving Tongs, Spoon, Spatula Tools, Pasta Server, Ladle, Strainer, Whisk“>ladle for serving bananas fosters sauce

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This bananas foster sauce is so delicious.

It’s sweet and it has a savory element from using salted butter.

You can omit the pecans or walnuts but they go so well and add texture to the dessert.

You can also use the sauce recipe to go at a topping on French toast, crepes, or ice cream.

I love the combination of the chilled lush dessert with the warm bananas foster sauce on top.

This Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe is big on banana flavor: There are fresh bananas, cooked bananas, and banana cream pudding.

This recipe is perfect for someone who loves layered lush dessert recipes and bananas.

This Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe is so creamy and delicious with different textures and incredible flavors.

This Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe combined 2 classic desserts, Bananas Foster and a lush dessert recipe in one.

I know you are going to love this Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe!

Recipe Attribution

The bananas foster sauce is inspired by Bananas Foster from Pioneer Woman.

What’s your favorite flavor lush dessert recipe?

Please let me know in the comments below!

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Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe

Yield: 12 slices

Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

This Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe is 2 lush recipes in one because it is also a Banana Cream Lush. A rum-infused, banana-caramel sauce brings this Classic Banana Cream Lush Layered dessert to a whole new level.

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Ingredients

Bottom Graham Cracker Crust Layer (for no bake crust option)

• 2 (5 ounce) packages regular, honey or vanilla graham crackers, finely ground using a food processor or manually crushing
• 5-8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled, I give a range for the amount because I have found that depending on the humidity, you may need more or less butter

Bottom Pecan Crust Layer (for baked crust option)

• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 1 cup granulated white sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice

Banana Cream Pudding Layer (3rd Layer

• 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant banana cream pudding mix
• 4 cups milk, (you can also do 3 1/2, if you want it slightly thicker)

Whipped & Toppings Layer (4th Layer)

• 1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping (I used Cool Whip), you can substitute the same amount whipped cream
• 2-3 chopped pecans or walnuts (this would go if you chose the bottom pecan crust option too)
• 1 banana sliced, right before serving

Bananas Foster Sauce for Serving (5th Layer)

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 3/4 cup heavy cream, or whipping cream
• 1/2 cup dark rum
• 2 large bananas, sliced in half and then lengthwise in thick slices
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans, or walnuts
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional, highly recommended

Instructions

Bottom Graham Cracker Crust Layer (for no-bake crust option)

1. In a medium-large bowl, mix melted and cooled unsalted butter with finely ground, processed graham crackers. Press into the bottom of a 9 x 13 pan. Cover and chill until the next layer is ready.

Bottom Pecan Crust Layer (for traditional lush baked crust option)

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, melted and cooled butter, finely ground pecans, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes (25 mins works best for me) until golden brown. Allow cooling completely before adding any layers.

Cream Cheese Layer(2nd layer)

1. Using a hand electric mixer, combine cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, 1-2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 tablespoons works best for me). The mixture should be even and smooth. Spread evenly on top of the baked and cooled bottom pecan crust or no-bake graham cracker crust.

Banana Cream Pudding Layer

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the milk and instant banana cream pudding mix until set. It may take 4-5 minutes to thicken. Spread evenly on top of the cream cheese mixture.

Whipped & Toppings Layer

1. Spread thawed whipped topping on top of the banana cream pudding layer. Optionally, you can freeze the Bananas Fosters Lush overnight (without the Bananas Fosters sauce) for more defined slices. Do not freeze if you substitute homemade whipped cream because it might not hold up like frozen whipped topping like Cool Whip.

Bananas Foster Sauce for Serving

1. In a large, heavy skillet, over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and add the brown sugar, stir until combined. Add the cream, bananas, and nuts. The mixture should bubble but not burn. Pour in dark rum and combine. Using a lighter wand light the mixture and it should go out on its own. Remove from heat, stir in cinnamon, and optional vanilla extract. Ladle over a slice of the lush. You can also keep the sauce in the refrigerator. Please note: Be careful of the open flame! If you don't want to ignite the rum, just cook the sauce for 1-2 minutes. Enjoy!

Notes

I suggest using an offset spatula for spreading the layers and make sure it's clean before starting a new layer. After refrigerating, for serving to show more defined layers, you can just take a butter knife and "wipe" along the sides and the layers will show nicely. You can freeze the Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce Recipe overnight (at least 6 hours) to get more defined slices. Make sure you use a sharp knife to cut down into the bottom crust first before removing it with the spatula. It will defrost fairly quickly depending on the room temperature.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 714Total Fat: 50gSaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 29gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 114mgCarbohydrates: 60gFiber: 4gSugar: 45gProtein: 9g

Please note that the Calculated Nutrition is an estimate at best.

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