Honduran Baked Bananas

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a baking dish generously with the butter to prevent sticking.

Peel the bananas and slice them lengthwise, then halve each piece crosswise to create manageable segments. Arrange the banana pieces in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.

Sprinkle the sugar evenly over the banana pieces, distributing it across the entire baking dish. Break the cinnamon stick into smaller pieces and scatter them among the bananas.

Pour the milk slowly and evenly over the bananas, sugar, and cinnamon, ensuring the liquid distributes throughout the dish without oversaturating any single spot.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the bananas are soft and the liquid has thickened into a light syrup.

Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. Discard the cinnamon stick pieces or leave them for aroma, and spoon the warm bananas and syrup into serving bowls.