Description
A quick and delicious banana bread syrup recipe that combines ripe bananas with warm spices, brown sugar, and butter to create a perfect topping for pancakes, waffles, or ice cream. Ready in just 15 minutes, this syrup adds a rich, comforting flavor without the need for baking.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread Syrup Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Mash the Banana: Mash one ripe banana until smooth, resulting in about 1/2 cup of mashed banana. This forms the base for the syrup’s natural flavor and texture.
- Melt the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat, ensuring an even melt without browning.
- Add Brown Sugar: Stir in 1/2 cup packed brown sugar and allow it to dissolve and bubble gently, which will help create a rich caramel-like base.
- Add Spices and Banana: Mix in the mashed banana, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Cook this mixture for 1-2 minutes to blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Simmer with Water: Pour in 1/2 cup of water, reduce the heat, and let the syrup simmer for 5-6 minutes while stirring occasionally to thicken and meld all ingredients.
- Add Vanilla and Salt: Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance and balance the flavors.
- Cool and Store: Let the syrup cool slightly before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- This syrup is perfect for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, French toast, or ice cream.
- Use a very ripe banana for best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Keep refrigerated and gently reheat before using, as the syrup will thicken when chilled.
- Adjust cinnamon and nutmeg quantities to taste, or omit nutmeg if preferred.
