maple glazed pecans & brown sugar banana parfaits

How To Make maple glazed pecans & brown sugar banana parfaits

• Step 1
  Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Toss pecans, maple syrup & salt on a parchment paper-lined rimmed baking sheet; spread out in a single layer. Bake until maple syrup is caramelized & pecans are toasted, 10 - 15 minutes. Let cool completely on baking sheet. Set aside.
• Step 2
  Meanwhile, bring whiskey, sugars & butter to a boil in a large skillet (do not move pan or mixture may flame up). Turn off heat; stir mixture to dissolve sugar completely.
• Step 3
  Return to medium heat & simmer until sauce is thickened & glossy, 2 minutes. Add bananas & cook, swirling skillet occasionally, until bananas are just softened, 2 minutes. Remove from heat & let mixture cool completely in skillet, 1 hour.
• Step 4
  Layer bananas & sauce, pecans & ice cream in small mason jars or glasses & top with a dollop of cool whip free.
• Step 5
  NOTE: Parfaits can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover & freeze. Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes, before serving.
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