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Baked Plantains with Cinnamon (Natural Cooking)

Easy Baked Plantains with Cinnamon – Healthy Natural Recipe

Baked Plantains with Cinnamon is a simple and naturally sweet recipe made with ripe plantains, warm cinnamon, and a touch of natural oil or honey. When baked, the plantains caramelize beautifully, creating a soft, golden, and flavorful dish that works perfectly as a healthy snack, breakfast side, or light dessert. This easy recipe highlights the natural sweetness of ripe plantains while adding a comforting cinnamon aroma that makes every bite warm and satisfying.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 People
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: African, Caribbean, Tropical
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Ripe plantains Yellow with black spots
  • 1 tbsp Coconut oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Honey or maple syrup
  • 1 Pinch sea salt
  • 1 Cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 Cup Chopped peanuts or almonds
  • 1 Shredded coconut
  • 1 Fresh berries

Equipment

  • 1 Baking tray
  • 1 Parchment paper or foil
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Oven
  • 1 Spoon or brush for oil

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

  2. Step 2: Prepare the Plantains

    Peel the ripe plantains and slice them diagonally into medium slices about 1–2 cm thick.

  3. Step 3: Season the Plantains

    Place the sliced plantains in a bowl. Add coconut oil, cinnamon, and a small pinch of sea salt. Toss gently until all slices are evenly coated.

  4. Step 4: Arrange for Baking

    Spread the plantain slices evenly on the baking tray in a single layer.

  5. Step 5: Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes or until the plantains become golden brown and slightly caramelized.

  6. Step 6: Optional Sweet Finish

    Remove from the oven and drizzle a little honey or maple syrup if you want extra sweetness.

  7. Step 7: Serve

    Serve warm as a snack, breakfast side, or dessert.

Notes

Nutrition Value (Approximate Per Serving)

Calories: 180
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Protein: 1 g
Fat: 4 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 16 g
Potassium: High
Plantains are naturally rich in fiber, potassium, and vitamins, making this a nutritious and satisfying dish.

Special Notes & Cooking Tips

Choose very ripe plantains:
The best plantains for baking are yellow with dark spots because they are naturally sweet.
Make them crispy:
For slightly crisp edges, flip the slices halfway through baking.
Extra flavor idea:
You can add a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla for deeper flavor.
Air fryer option:
Cook plantains in an air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

Baked plantains pair well with:
  • Greek yogurt
  • Peanut butter
  • Fresh tropical fruit
  • Oatmeal or granola
  • Ice cream for dessert
They are also a great side dish with eggs or breakfast bowls.