Plátanos en Tentación is a comforting and nostalgic treat that brings a taste of tradition to any table. This version combines buttery, caramelized plantains with a fun rum flambé that makes it both exciting and unforgettable for guests. Topped with Tillamook Holiday Sugar Cookie Ice Cream, each bite blends warm, tropical flavors with a cool, festive finish!
Melt the butter in a large saute pan over medium heat, then add in your brown sugar and stir and let this bubble.
Then add in your plantains, cinnamon and vanilla. Cook for a few minutes, flipping them often, then add in the rum and using a lighter, carefully ignite it and flambé. Once it goes out, your plantains are ready.
Plate your plantains in individual cups / plates for your guests and top it off with Tillamook Holiday Sugar Cookie Ice Cream and a little bit of the syrup from the plantains.
Tip: For a busy host, prep as much as possible the day before! You can cook and flambé the plantains ahead of time, then just warm them up in the oven and add the ice cream right before serving. I also love setting up a small dessert station with the ice cream and toppings nearby makes serving super easy and interactive.
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Meet the chef
Mika Leon
Mika’s love of travel and seeing the world manifested in a similar desire to hit the streets of Miami with her food truck and unique Cuban tacos. In 2019, Mika put down roots in Coral Gables with the opening of Caja Caliente’s first brick-and-mortar. Concurrent to work in the restaurant, Mika has been cultivating a growing media career with recurring appearances on the Food Network’s Guy’s Grocery Store Games, Chopped and Beat Bobby Flay, among other television shows. She was a finalist for Eater’s Young Guns awards and has been featured in countless publications, both local and national.
