Banana Jam Recipe
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4.8
Banana Jam Recipe
Description
The Banana Jam Recipe begins by mixing peeled, sliced bananas with sugar and lime juice before cooking. Bringing the mixture to a rolling boil and then reducing the heat to a slow simmer helps thicken the jam over about 30 minutes. The set is tested by placing hot jam droplets on a cold spoon to check thickness. Adding lime juice introduces a fresh acidity that balances the natural sweetness of the bananas and enhances preservation. Once the desired consistency is reached, the jam is poured into sterilized jars, sealed, and cooled upside down to create a vacuum seal that extends shelf life.
This jam serves well as a topping for breads, pancakes, or as an ingredient in desserts, providing a unique banana flavor different from typical fruit spreads due to the lime’s tang and the cooking method.
Opened jars should be refrigerated to maintain freshness. The recipe notes that one teaspoon is a serving size and approximately 70 servings can fill around three jars, indicating this is a recipe for a substantial batch.
Ingredients
- 2.2 Pounds banana peeled
- 4 Cups sugar
- lime juice of 3
Instructions
- Slice your banana and place it into the bowl. Add sugar and lemon Juice.
- Mix the whole content well and pour it into a large pot.
- Cook on higher heat until you have a strong rolling boil, then reduce heat and let the jam cook very slowly. Cooking the jam should take you no more than 30 minutes altogether. Check if the jam is set by placing a few drops of cooked hot jam into a very cold spoon. If it runs, the jam needs some more cooking. repeat the test to see if it has set. Once the jam is ready pour into clean sterilized jars. Tighten the lid over the jar. Turn the jam upside down to create a vacuum, then store it in a dry, dark, and cool place.
- Store the opened jam jar in the fridge!
Notes
- One teaspoon is considered a single serving; the recipe makes about 70 servings, roughly three jars.
- Test jam set by placing a small amount on a cold spoon; if it runs, continue cooking.
- Store opened jam in the refrigerator to preserve freshness.
- Use sterilized jars and seal properly with the lid tightened and inverted for vacuum creation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 70servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 56 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 56kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Potassium | 51mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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