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Monkey Butter

Deliciously Easy Monkey Butter That Will Make You Smile

Monkey Butter is a delightful, tropical spread that combines bananas and crushed pineapple for a luscious treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 5 pieces Ripe bananas Use for sweetness and creaminess
  • 20 oz Crushed pineapple Include juice for extra flavor
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Balances tartness of pineapple
For the Texture
  • ¼ cup Shredded coconut Adds chewy texture
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Brightens flavors and prevents browning

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • fork or potato masher
  • spoon for jarring
  • clean glass jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mash the bananas in a large bowl until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.
  2. Combine mashed bananas, crushed pineapple, sugar, shredded coconut, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
  3. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently until it comes to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring often until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
  6. Transfer the warm Monkey Butter into clean glass jars.
  7. Allow the jars to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe bananas with spots for sweetness. Store in airtight jars for freshness.

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