Turn old bananas into delicious candies: easy and irresistible recipe

This homemade banana candy is a delicious way to use up ripe fruit and create a delicious homemade treat.

Ripe bananas that are almost past their prime no longer need to go to waste!

With this simple recipe, you can turn them into delicious, flavorful homemade candies, inspired by the famous banana candy from Morretes.

It’s a practical and economical way to enjoy fruit, creating a perfect sweet treat to sweeten your day or even to sell as a handmade product.

Ingredient s

• 1 kg of ripe bananas (without peel)
• 2 tablespoons of 50% cocoa
• Juice of 1 lemon (Tahiti or country)
• Water (just to help blend in the blender)
• Oil (to grease the pan and make cutting easier)
  

  How to Prepare

  1. Prepare the Banana Mixture

  1. 1. Cut the bananas:
        Peel and cut the ripe bananas into pieces.
  1. Blend in a blender:
     Place the bananas in a blender along with the lemon juice and a little water (just enough to help blend). Blend until you get a smooth paste.
  2. Without a blender:
     If you don’t have a blender, mash the bananas with a fork until they form a smooth dough. The texture will be more rustic, but the flavor will still be delicious.

  2. Cook the Mixture

  1. Bring to a boil:
     In a large saucepan, combine the banana paste and cocoa.
  2. Stir constantly:
     Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  3. Follow the point:
     • • Jelly point: The mixture will be soft, ideal for using as a topping or filling.
     • Point of contact: Continue cooking until the dough comes away from the bottom of the pan and falls in clumps when you lift the spatula.

  3. Shape and Let Firm

  1. Pour into the pan:
     Grease a pan or tray with oil and pour in the dough, spreading it evenly. Adjust the height according to the desired thickness for the candies.
  2. Let it cool:
     Let the candy sit at room temperature, covered with a clean cloth. For best results, let it set overnight.

  4. Cut and Finish

  1. Prepare the cutting:
     Sprinkle a wooden board with demerara sugar to prevent the candy from sticking.
  2. Unmold and cut:
     Unmold the candy and use a knife greased with oil to cut into pieces.
  3. Coat in sugar:
     Finish by coating each piece in demerara sugar, creating a sweet and crunchy layer.
     

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     Tips for Success

     • Very ripe bananas:
       Use very ripe fruit to ensure a sweet and intense flavor.
     • Cooking to the right point:
       Cook until the mixture comes away from the pan completely so that the candies remain firm.
     • Correct storage:
       Store the candies in airtight containers, in a dry and airy place, to keep them fresh for longer.

     This homemade banana candy recipe is the perfect combination of practicality, flavor and economy. Ideal for using up ripe fruit, it is great for sharing with family, giving as a gift or even starting a small business.

     Try it and discover how easy it is to turn bananas into an irresistible sweet treat!