Step 1

Place 3/4 cup brown sugar, golden syrup, the water, cinnamon and half of the butter in a large saucepan. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to a simmer. Simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, place flour in a bowl. Using fingertips, rub in butter. Stir in extra golden syrup, milk and mashed banana.

Step 3

Drop level tablespoons of banana mixture into golden syrup mixture. Cook, covered, for 20 minutes or until dumplings are puffed and cooked through.

Step 4

Meanwhile, spray a large frying pan with oil. Heat over medium heat. Sprinkle sliced banana with remaining brown sugar. Cook for 2 minutes each side or until golden.

Step 5

Serve dumplings and sauce with caramelised banana and ice-cream.