Tropical Banana Jam with a Boozy Twist
This Tropical Banana Jam with a Boozy Twist brings a burst of tropical flavor to your breakfast table and offers a delightful blend of bananas and pineapple with a hint of dark rum.
Servings: 16 tablespoons
Calories: 50kcal
Ingredients
Fruits
- 4 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (with juice) Can use fresh or canned, depending on the flavor.
- 2 tbsp lemon juice Brightens the flavor profile.
Flavorings
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances all fruity notes.
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon Adds cozy spice.
- 1/2 tsp salt Elevates sweetness.
- 2 cups granulated sugar Transforms fruits into sweet jam.
- 1/4 cup dark rum (or spiced rum) Provides a boozy twist.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium saucepan, combine the mashed bananas, crushed pineapple (with juice), and lemon juice. Stir well to blend evenly.
Mixing Ingredients
- Mix in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, salt, and sugar until well combined.
Cooking
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil, stirring frequently.
- Cook for about 20-25 minutes until the mixture thickens and darkens slightly.
- Stir regularly, and it's done when you can draw a line through the mixture with the back of a spoon.
Final Touch
- Stir in the dark or spiced rum and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
Jarring
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then pour into sterilized jars and seal. Store in the fridge.
Notes
This jam is good for up to 3 weeks in the fridge. To lighten the recipe, substitute half of the sugar with a natural sweetener or add chia seeds for thickness.