Banana Jam
Transform ripe bananas into a sweet and luscious Banana Jam! This easy recipe is perfect for spreading on toast, swirling into yogurt, or gifting to friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine mashed bananas, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring frequently, for about 20-25 minutes, or until the jam has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. The jam will thicken more as it cools.
- Transfer to sterilized jars and seal. Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Serve on toast, bagels, or crackers. It’s also delicious swirled into oatmeal or yogurt. For longer storage, process in a boiling water bath according to canning guidelines.
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