RECIPE: Plant-Based Peanut and Banana Torte from California Grill

Last year, Disney’s California Grill introduced some new plant-based menu items to the restaurant’s already incredible lineup.  One of the plant-based dishes that has proved to be a fan favorite is the Peanut and Banana Torte which is a modern twist on the classic PB&J. The treat combines shortbread, peanut ganache, miso caramel, nut crumbles, and caramelized bananas! 

If all of that sounds fabulous but you can’t make it to Disney’s Contemporary Resort to try it out for yourselves- don’t worry! Thanks to the chefs at Disney’s California Grill we’re going to be sharing the recipe for the Plant-based Peanut and Banana Torte with you! 

PLANT-BASED PEANUT AND BANANA TORTE

INGREDIENTS: 

SHORTBREAD CRUST

• 2/3 cup coconut oil 
• 2 cups almond flour
• 2/3 cup gluten-free flour
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

PEANUT BUTTER FILLING

• 3 cups creamy peanut butter
• 3/4 cup coconut oil
• 3/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 

WHITE CHOCOLATE GLAZE

• 16 ounces plant-based white chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
• 1/4 cup coconut oil 

BLACKBERRY-BANANA SAUCE

• 1 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
• 2 ripe bananas
• 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
• 3/4 teaspoons pectin
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

MISO CARAMEL

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
• 1 1/2 teaspoons miso paste

PEANUT CRUMBLE

• 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
• 1 1/4 cups almond flour
• 1/2 cup softened coconut oil
• 1/3 cup agave syrup
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

CARAMELIZED BANANAS

• 3 bananas
• 1/4 cup sugar

TOPPING

• Flaked sea salt, to taste
• 24 fresh blackberries

FOR SHORTBREAD CRUST:

1. Preheat oven to 300°F. 
2. Melt coconut oil in microwave-safe bowl at 50% power for 30-45 seconds. 
3. Combine melted coconut oil, almond flour, gluten-free flour, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in large bowl. Stir to combine.
4. Firmly press into 8×8-inch baking dish. Bake for 13-15 minutes, until golden brown. 
5. Cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. 

FOR PEANUT BUTTER FILLING:

1. Melt peanut butter and coconut oil in large microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth.
2. Add maple syrup and vanilla extract. Stir until combined. Pour on top of cooled shortbread crust. 
3. Freeze for 4 hours to set. 

FOR WHITE CHOCOLATE GLAZE:

1. Melt chopped white chocolate in a large microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted. 
2. Combine coconut milk and coconut oil in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat until hot. Pour into melted white chocolate and stir until smooth.
3. Pour on top of shortbread and peanut butter filling, making sure to evenly cover the top.
4. Freeze until ready to serve. 

FOR BLACKBERRY-BANANA SAUCE:

1. Place blackberries in food processor or blender and purée until smooth. If desired, strain blackberries with a mesh strainer to remove seeds. Place in a small saucepan.
2. Purée bananas and add to blackberries. Stir in 1/3 cup sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. 
3. Once purée is boiling, combine pectin and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle over top of blackberry-banana sauce and stir constantly for 30 seconds. Remove from heat and stir in salt. 
4. Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. 

FOR MISO CARAMEL:

1. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat until boiling. Cook, undisturbed for 10-12 minutes until dark amber in color. 
2. Remove from heat and slowly stir in coconut milk. Stir until smooth. 
3. Add miso and set aside until ready to serve. 

FOR PEANUT CRUMBLE:

1. Preheat oven to 275°F. 
2. Mix chopped peanuts, almond flour, coconut oil, agave syrup, and baking soda in a medium bowl until crumbs form. 
3. Spread on ungreased baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, stirring after 5 minutes, until golden brown. 
4. Set aside until ready to serve. 

FOR CARAMELIZED BANANA:

1. Slice each banana into 1/2-inch thick circles for a total of 24 slices. Place sugar in a small bowl.
2. Dip top of each banana slice in sugar. Use a cooking torch to melt sugar on each slice until melted and browned. Banana slices can also be broiled on top rack of oven for 1-2 minutes. 
3. Cool completely before serving, but do not refrigerate. 

TO SERVE:

1. Remove torte from freezer. Cut into 12 rectangles, each one approximately 4 inches long and 1 1/4 inches wide.
2. Smear 1-2 tablespoons blackberry banana sauce in the center of each plate. Top with peanut banana torte. 
3. Spoon 1 tablespoon caramel around the plate and sprinkle desired amount of crumble around plate. 
4. Place 2 caramelized bananas and fresh blackberries on each plate. Sprinkle flaked sea salt on top of torte.

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You can print out the recipe in PDF form here –  Plant-Based Peanut and Banana Torte

And be sure to download this tasty plant-based recipe here.

California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

The Plant-Based Peanut Butter and Banana Torte is just one of the many delectable plant-based items you’ll find at California Grill. Other plant-based menu items to be on the lookout for includes: 

• The Florida Peach and Raspberry Salad
• Vegetable Dumplings
• House-made Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
• Peas and Carrots Risotto
• Lavender Sugar Donuts

Those looking for fabulous Plant-Based options at Walt Disney World should check out the plant-based guide to uncover all of the plant-based eats and treats during your next visit. 

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