Easy Grilled Banoffee Mess

Name: Easy Grilled Banoffee Mess
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 5 bananas; 250 g mascarpone; 3 tbsp canned caramel; 4 meringue nests broken up; 50 g walnut halves, roughly chopped; 0.5 tsp salt

A delightful twist on the classic Eton Mess, this dessert features smoky grilled bananas, rich mascarpone, and indulgent salted caramel. It's the perfect quick treat for any occasion, combining crunchy meringue with smooth cream.

Servings6 Portions

Prep Time10 Mins

Cook Time20 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

bananas
5
mascarpone
250 g
canned caramel
3 tbsp
meringue nests broken up
4
walnut halves, roughly chopped
50 g
salt
0.5 tsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your grill to a medium-indirect heat. Place 3 unpeeled bananas on the grill and cook for 15–25 minutes until the skins turn dark brown and the fruit inside feels soft.

Once the grilled bananas have cooled slightly, peel and mash them in a medium bowl. Fold in the mascarpone until the mixture is well combined.

In a separate small bowl, stir together the canned caramel and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to create a quick salted caramel sauce. Peel and slice the remaining 2 fresh bananas.

Prepare six dessert bowls. Divide half of the mashed banana-mascarpone mixture, half of the broken meringue pieces, half of the fresh banana slices, and half of the salted caramel sauce between the bowls.

Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients. Top each bowl with a sprinkle of chopped walnuts and serve immediately to ensure the meringue stays crisp.

Chef's Tips

For an extra decadent touch, drizzle a little melted dark chocolate over the top. If you don't have a grill, you can roast the unpeeled bananas in an oven at 200°C (400°F) for about 20 minutes.