Banana Bread Jam
A deliciously sweet and spreadable banana bread jam that captures the flavors of classic banana bread in a jar. Perfect for toast, muffins, or as a topping for desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients
4 ripe bananas, peeled and mashed
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture continuously until the sugars dissolve completely.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and burning.
As the mixture thickens, it will start to resemble a jam consistency. To test, place a small spoonful on a chilled plate; if it gels and wrinkles when pushed, it is ready.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and unsalted butter until fully incorporated.
Allow the jam to cool slightly before transferring it to sterilized jars.
Seal the jars and let the jam cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating.
Store the banana bread jam in the refrigerator and consume within 2 weeks.