Banana Butter Recipe π
Overview:
Love bananas? Get ready for a deliciously tropical treat with this Banana Butter recipe! It’s quick, easy, and bursting with fruity flavors. Perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, or mixing into yogurt.
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 half pints
Ingredients:
Amount | Ingredient |
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1 | Banana |
1 | Lemon juice |
2 | Maraschino cherries |
2 | Granulated sugar |
3 1/2 | Pectin |
Directions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by gathering your ingredients. You’ll need a ripe banana, lemon juice, maraschino cherries, granulated sugar, and pectin.
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Combine in Saucepan: In a large saucepan, measure out the banana (peeled and mashed), lemon juice, chopped maraschino cherries, granulated sugar, and pectin.
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Heat and Stir: Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Allow the mixture to come to a rolling boil. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
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Boil for 1 Minute: Once it reaches a rolling boil, let it bubble away for exactly 1 minute. Keep stirring to ensure everything is well combined.
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Remove from Heat: After the minute is up, remove the saucepan from the heat.
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Incorporate Pectin: Stir in the pectin thoroughly. This will help the butter to set nicely.
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Skim Off Foam: Let the mixture sit for a minute or two, then skim off any foam that has formed on the top. This step helps prevent the fruit from floating when the butter is canned.
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Fill Jars: Grab your hot sterilized half pint jars. Carefully pour the banana butter into the jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top.
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Secure Lids: Place the sterilized metal lids on the jars, ensuring they are tightly sealed.
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Optional Canning: For added shelf stability, you can choose to process the jars in a boiling water bath. Simply place the filled jars into a large pot of boiling water for 5 minutes. This step helps to seal the jars properly and prevent spoilage.
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Cool and Enjoy: Once processed or if you’re skipping the canning step, let the jars cool on the counter. As they cool, you’ll hear the satisfying “pop” of the lids sealing. Store in a cool, dark place for up to several months.
Serving Suggestions:
- Spread this delicious Banana Butter on freshly toasted bread.
- Mix it into yogurt for a fruity twist.
- Use it as a topping for pancakes or waffles.
- Get creative and add a dollop to your favorite dessert recipes.
Notes:
- Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sugar according to your taste preference.
- If you don’t have maraschino cherries, you can substitute with other chopped fruits like strawberries or peaches.
Now you have a delightful homemade Banana Butter ready to elevate your breakfasts and snacks! Enjoy the tropical goodness π΄π!