Description
This delightful Monkey Jam is a fun and fruity spread that combines the sweetness of bananas with a rich, tangy twist. Perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, or using in desserts, it’s a kid-friendly favorite that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Let the mixture cook for about 30-40 minutes, or until it thickens to a jam-like consistency.
- (Optional) Stir in cinnamon and vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Once the jam is thickened, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Pour the jam into sterilized jars and seal. Allow it to cool completely before refrigerating.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks.
Notes
- For a smoother consistency, you can blend the jam once it cools to your preferred texture.
- This jam is great on toast, pancakes, or as a topping for ice cream or yogurt.
- Adjust the sugar level according to your taste preference. If the bananas are very ripe, you may want to reduce the sugar slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp (30g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0g