Banana Jam for Winter – A Simple and Delicious Recipe

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Who said you can only preserve local fruits? Try making banana jam for winter! The texture is silky, and the taste is caramel-like and mellow. For aroma, try adding a drop of almond extract, a little cinnamon, or vanilla. We're sharing a tried-and-true recipe!

Prep time: 40 minutes.
Servings: 6.

Ingredients

• 2 kg bananas;
• 1 kg sugar;
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Peel the bananas, slice them into small rounds, and place them in a pot.
2. Sprinkle the sliced bananas with sugar, cover the pot with a lid, and let sit for 1 hour.
3. Next, place the pot over low heat, bring to a boil, and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Pour in the lemon juice, stir, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
5. Pour the hot banana jam into clean, dry jars, seal tightly with lids, and wrap in a thick towel for 24 hours.
6. It is recommended to store the finished banana jam in a dark, cool place.