Monkey Butter Recipe

Monkey Butter Recipe: This monkey butter recipe is so good! No joke, I was surprised. You watch everything go into the pan, and as it cooks, you’re probably thinking, “Eh, it’s just pineapple and banana, big deal.” But as soon as the banana softens and the sugar starts bubbling, you can’t help but sneak a taste.

Once it was done simmering, I couldn’t wait any longer and took a hot spoonful. I couldn’t stop smiling!

It’s sweet, tangy, with this buttery smooth texture. How have I never had this before?!

It’s like a banana split in a jar. And let me tell you, it’d be AMAZING on ice cream! You know those little pineapple chunks you get in a banana split? That’s always my favorite part. It’s just something about the combination of banana, ice cream, and pineapple all mixed in. Yum! (Know what I’m having for dessert tonight-with some chocolate syrup, of course!)

Try to pick bananas that are just right-not too green, not too brown. I was stressing a little about finding the “perfect” bananas. When I hit the grocery store, all I saw were either super green ones or those covered in brown spots. Figures, right?

So, yeah, I’m that person who goes to two different stores just to find good bananas. Ended up buying like two dozen! Sounds crazy, but my family of five crushes bananas like you wouldn’t believe in a week…. With all those bananas sitting out, every time my husband reached for one, I’d be like, “ONLY EAT THE SPOTTY ONES!!!”. Yup, I’m probably losing it.

Monkey Butter Recipe | Banana Jam

For recipes, this one’s super simple. Just 5 ingredients. You can grab the full recipe at the end of this post, but here’s what you’ll need:

• Bananas
• Crushed Pineapple
• Ground Coconut
• White Sugar
• Bottled Lemon Juice

These are the best bananas I could find! (I might have left some of the brown spots out. ????) But if you can’t find perfect ones, don’t worry. These nearly under-ripened bananas worked wonderfully, and I’m sure a few spots won’t hurt either.

How to Make Monkey Butter Recipe

1.I just don’t recommend using over ripe bananas, or it will end up tasting crazy sweet.

2. I used “macaroon” coconut from the bulk store, which is just ground-up coconut flakes (unsweetened). If you can’t find it, no biggie—just toss a couple of tablespoons of regular coconut flakes into a food processor and pulse until they’re in small pieces.

3.Put all the ingredients into a large nonstick pan.

4.Bring the mixture to a boil on high heat, stirring frequently.

5.Turn the heat down to low and let it simmer until the banana melts down and the mix gets thicker. Took me about 15 to 20 minutes.

6.It ends up having a texture similar to apple sauce. Maybe just a little bit thicker than apple sauce.

As I mentioned, it’s PERFECT for ice cream. You can also spread it on toast or with pancakes or waffles. I bet it’d be awesome mixed right into the pancake batter too.

The lemon juice keeps the bananas from going brown, so it will last in the refrigerator for about 4 to 6 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Monkey Butter Recipe

What is Monkey Butter?
Monkey butter is a type of sweet spread that has bananas and coconut mixed with items like sugar and spices. Its creamy texture provides delightful fruity flavor.
How Should I Keep Monkey Butter?
Store monkey butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to two weeks. Simply make sure it has cooled completely before sealing it.
Can I Freeze Monkey Butter?
Absolutely! Monkey butter freezes really well. Just store it in a freezer-safe container and it’ll keep for about three months. Refrigerate it when you want to thaw it for use.

What Can I Use Monkey Butter On?

Monkey butter is the best on ice cream, toast, pancakes, waffles, or even stirred into yogurt. It also makes a good filling for pastries or topping for desserts.

Can I Make Monkey Butter Without Coconut?
Yes! You can literally leave the coconut out and use applesauce or pureed fruit to get close to the same texture.
How Ripe Should the Bananas Be?
For the most optimal, use bananas that are perfectly ripe—yellow with just a few brown spots. Overripe bananas work pretty well, but green bananas don’t mash down properly.

Is Monkey Butter Healthy?
Monkey butter is quite tasty and sugary. But it definitely contains sugar. So this can be enjoyed as an occasional treat, but it’s one of those items that require moderation if you’re mindful of your intake of sugar.