Ladob (Seychellois Sweet Coconut Banana Dessert)

Name: Ladob (Seychellois Sweet Coconut Banana Dessert)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seychelles
Ingredients: 4 ripe bananas or plantains, sliced; 2 cups coconut milk; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg; 1 cinnamon stick; Pinch of salt; 1 tsp vanilla extract

4 servings10 min prep20 min cookEasy Seychelles

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Ladob (Seychellois Sweet Coconut Banana Dessert)

Story updated September 17, 2026

Ladob, ripe bananas or breadfruit simmered in coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla, is a classic Seychellois dessert (and sometimes savory dish when made with sweet potato) that draws on the coconut and vanilla the islands are known for. It's a comforting homestyle treat found across Creole households.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

4 ripe bananas or plantains, sliced
2 cups coconut milk
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1 cinnamon stick
Pinch of salt
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1Combine coconut milk, sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon stick, and salt in a saucepan.
2Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
3Add the sliced bananas and simmer 10-15 minutes until soft and infused with the coconut milk.
4Stir in vanilla extract and remove the cinnamon stick.
5Serve warm or chilled as a dessert or sweet side dish.

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