BANANA & STRAWABERRY JAM


Strawberry and banana are a classic and delicious flavor pairing. The sweetness of strawberries complements the creamy texture and mild sweetness of bananas, creating a unique and enjoyable jam.

Enjoy your homemade strawberry banana jam on toast, pancakes, or as a delightful addition to desserts!

Ingredients


  • 4-3/4 cups strawberries
  • 3 bananas
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 box Sure-Jell
  • 1/2 teaspoon butter
  • 6-3/4 cups sugar

Instructions

Mash strawberries and banana with a potato masher, fork, or pulse with a food processor.  Add lemon juice. Stir in pectin and add butter. Bring to a rolling boil. Stir in sugar and bring back to a rolling boil. Cook 1 minute while stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off foam. Fill jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. 
Add sugar all at once and return to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly. Continue to boil the jelly for one minute. Remove the pot from the heat. Skim any foam from the top. Process 10 minutes in boiling water canner.  Yield about 8 half-pints.