Ingredients:
3 ripe bananas (about 300 grams)
40 grams (2 tablespoons) butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Optional: 1/3 teaspoon turmeric (for color)
2 egg yolks
25 grams (2 tablespoons) cornstarch
200 milliliters (4/5 cup) milk
250 milliliters (1 cup) cold heavy cream (33-38%)
Directions:
Mash the bananas:
Mash the bananas until smooth and set aside.
Cook the bananas:
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mashed bananas and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
If using, add turmeric for a bright color and stir well.
Make the milk mixture:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and cornstarch until smooth. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly until fully combined.
Combine the mixtures:
Pour the milk mixture into the saucepan with the bananas, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
Complete the dessert:
Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Stir in the cold cream until the dessert is smooth and creamy.
Chill:
Transfer to serving plates and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
