Discover the enchantment of crafting your very own Banana Simple Syrup — a delightfully easy concoction that elevates your beverages and desserts with the pure essence of bananas. Bid farewell to store-bought versions, as this homemade syrup ensures an authentic banana flavor that transforms your culinary creations.
Unveiling the Magic of Simple Syrup
Simple syrup unveils its magic when you realize the simplicity and affordability of crafting it at home. This versatile sweetener adds a touch of sweetness to any beverage, and the Banana Simple Syrup takes this experience to a whole new level with its genuine banana essence.
Banana Simple Syrup Recipe: A Symphony of Flavors
Embrace the simplicity of homemade Banana Simple Syrup with just a handful of common kitchen ingredients. Sugar, water, a pinch of salt, and ripe bananas are all you need to embark on this flavorful journey.
Ingredients (full recipe below)
- Granulated sugar
- Water
- Salt
- Ripe bananas
How to Craft Banana Simple Syrup
In a mere half-hour, you can have a batch of tantalizing Banana Simple Syrup ready to drizzle over vanilla pudding, ice cream, or infuse into your favorite drinks.
- Prepare the Magic Pot: Place a saucepan over medium heat, setting the stage for the banana-infused symphony.
- Whisk and Boil: Combine sugar, water, and salt in the saucepan, whisking until the mixture gently reaches a low boil (approximately 10 minutes).
- Simmer and Cover: Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes. Don’t forget to give it an occasional whisking.
- Banana Ballet: Enter the ripe bananas onto the stage, chopping them into 1-inch pieces and adding them to the simmering mixture. Let this banana ballet continue for another 10 minutes.
- Strain the Symphony: Strain out the bananas, ensuring you extract every bit of the luscious syrup. A quick rinse with a tablespoon or two of hot water can rescue any lingering syrup on the bananas. Pro tip: Reserve the strained bananas for an exquisite Ultimate Banana Pudding!
- Store the Symphony: Once the syrup has gracefully cooled, house it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Your Banana Simple Syrup is now ready to enchant, offering its flavorful notes for up to 3 weeks. Opt for a bottle with easy pouring and a secure seal for convenient use.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 ripe bananas, cut into 1-inch pieces
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, over medium heat, add sugar, water, and salt. Whisk frequently and bring the mixture to a low boil (8-10 minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, whisking occasionally.
- Add chopped banana pieces, simmering for 10 more minutes.
- Strain out the bananas, letting the banana-infused syrup take center stage in your culinary creations.
