Description
A simple and delicious homemade monkey jam recipe made with ripe bananas, sugar, and lemon juice, simmered to a thick, spreadable consistency. Enhanced with optional cinnamon and vanilla for a delightful twist, perfect for spreading on toast or adding to desserts.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, and lemon juice, ensuring everything is well mixed.
- Simmer Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir frequently to prevent the jam from burning or sticking to the pan.
- Cook to Thicken: Allow the mixture to cook for 30-40 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally, until it reaches a thick, jam-like consistency.
- Add Flavor Enhancers (Optional): Stir in the ground cinnamon and vanilla extract if you want to enrich the flavor profile of your monkey jam.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the jam cool slightly before transferring it to jars.
- Jar and Seal: Pour the warm jam into sterilized jars and seal them tightly. Let the jars cool completely at room temperature.
- Store Properly: Refrigerate the monkey jam, where it can be kept safely for up to 2-3 weeks.
Notes
- Make sure to stir frequently to avoid the jam burning or sticking to the pan.
- Use fully ripe bananas for the best sweetness and flavor.
- Adjust sugar quantity depending on your sweetness preference and the ripeness of bananas.
- Sterilize jars properly to increase jam shelf life and prevent contamination.
- This jam does not require pectin, the natural starch in bananas helps achieve the desired texture.
