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Drunken Monkey Banana Rum Jam

A rich, tropical banana jam infused with dark rum, warm spice, and bright citrus for a bold homemade spread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 60

Ingredients
  

Jam Base
  • 4 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 3 tbsp lime juice fresh
  • 0.25 cup dark rum
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1.5 tbsp powdered fruit pectin

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sterilized jars
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Combine mashed bananas, sugars, lime juice, cinnamon, and salt in a saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat until bubbling, stirring frequently.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened and caramelized, about 10–12 minutes.
  4. Stir in rum and vanilla, simmer 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add pectin, bring to gentle boil, and cook 1–2 minutes.
  6. Test thickness, then pour into sterilized jars and seal.

Notes

Adjust rum to taste. Store refrigerated up to 3 weeks or process for shelf storage.