Description
A tropical-inspired jam featuring the flavors of bananas, pineapple, and coconut, this homemade Monkey Jam is a delightful spread perfect for toast, pancakes, or yogurt.
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Jam:
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
Pineapple Mix:
- 1 cup chopped pineapple (fresh or canned, drained)
Coconut Addition:
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Cook the Fruits: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine mashed bananas, chopped pineapple, shredded coconut, lemon juice, and sugar. Stir frequently until mixture thickens, about 10–15 minutes.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low and simmer for another 5–10 minutes until spreadable.
- Finish: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, cool, and transfer to a jar. Store in the fridge.
Notes
- This tropical-flavored jam is versatile and can be enjoyed in various ways.
- Blend for a smoother consistency or leave chunky for texture.
- Properly canning the jam extends its shelf life.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Tropical-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
