Light Strawberry Banana Jam Recipe
ππ Light Strawberry Banana Jam ππ
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 5 cups
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of strawberries and bananas with this homemade Light Strawberry Banana Jam recipe. Perfect for spreading on toast, topping desserts, or adding a fruity twist to your favorite snacks.
Recipe Category:
Sauces
Keywords:
Dessert, Lunch/Snacks, Fruit, Canadian, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 397.3
- Fat Content: 0.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 101.8g
- Fiber Content: 4.1g
- Sugar Content: 92.3g
- Protein Content: 1.5g
Ingredients:
- 5 cups strawberries
- 1 lemon juice
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 package pectin
- 2 cups white sugar
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a heavy non-aluminum pot, mash strawberries with a potato masher. |
| 2 | Stir in bananas and lemon juice, ensuring that the pan is not more than half full. |
| 3 | Combine pectin with 1/4 cup of the sugar; stir into the strawberry mixture. |
| 4 | Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly; then stir in the remaining sugar. |
| 5 | Cook, stirring continuously, until the fruit mix is in a full rolling boil that cannot be stirred down. |
| 6 | Boil, stirring, for one minute. |
| 7 | Remove from heat. |
| 8 | Using a metal spoon, stir and skim off foam for 5 minutes. |
| 9 | Pour the jam into five 1-cup canning jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. |
| 10 | Seal the jars with prepared discs and bands. |
| 11 | Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. |
| 12 | Let the jam cool before storing or serving. |
Enjoy Your Light Strawberry Banana Jam!
This delightful jam is bursting with the sweetness of strawberries and the creamy texture of bananas, making it a perfect addition to your breakfast table or afternoon tea. Spread it generously on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or use it as a topping for pancakes and ice cream. With its easy preparation and irresistible taste, this Light Strawberry Banana Jam is sure to become a family favorite!
