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Banana Marmalade Recipe

Transform overripe bananas into a sweet and tangy treat! This easy Banana Marmalade recipe is a fantastic way to use up those extra ripe bananas and makes a delightful homemade gift. Get ready to impress with this unique and flavorful spread – perfect on toast, biscuits, or even as a glaze!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 1270.5 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.4 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Banana Marmalade

  • 6-7 medium ripe bananas (about 4 cups peeled and sliced)
  • Lemons, Rind Of
  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • Orange, Rind Of
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (optional)

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How to Make Banana Marmalade

  1. Peel and slice the bananas into 1/4-inch rounds. Remove any dark spots or blemishes.
  2. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sliced bananas, sugar, lemon juice, water, cinnamon (if using), and ginger (if using).
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and burning, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the marmalade reaches your desired consistency. It should thicken considerably and coat the back of a spoon.
  5. To test for doneness, place a small spoonful of marmalade on a chilled plate. If it wrinkles slightly when pushed with your finger, it's ready.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  7. Carefully ladle the banana marmalade into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace.
  8. Wipe the rims of the jars clean, seal tightly with lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (for longer shelf life) or allow to cool completely and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

1164g

Fat

1g

Carbs

109g

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