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How to Make Monkey Butter
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Mash the bananas until smooth. You can leave some small chunks if you prefer a bit of texture.
- Open the canned pineapple and keep the juice—it adds natural sweetness and helps with consistency.
Step 2: Cook the Monkey Butter
- In a medium saucepan, combine the mashed bananas, crushed pineapple (with juice), sugar, shredded coconut, and lemon juice.
- Stir well and place over medium heat.
- Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat to low and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The mixture should thicken into a jam-like consistency.
Step 3: Store and Enjoy
- Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Transfer to sterilized jars and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
How to Use Monkey Butter
Spread it on toast, biscuits, or bagels Stir it into yogurt or oatmeal Use it as a topping for pancakes or waffles Spoon it over vanilla ice cream Mix it into smoothies for extra flavor
Tips for the Best Monkey Butter
Use Ripe Bananas – The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your Monkey Butter will be.
Keep Stirring – The mixture can stick to the pan, so stir frequently to prevent burning.
Add a Flavor Twist – Try adding a pinch of nutmeg, a splash of vanilla extract, or even a drizzle of honey for extra depth of flavor.
Make it Chunky or Smooth – If you like a smoother spread, blend the mixture after cooking. For a chunkier version, leave the bananas mashed but not fully pureed.
Final Thoughts
Monkey Butter is a fun, easy, and incredibly tasty spread that brings the flavors of the tropics straight to your kitchen. Whether you’re making it for yourself or giving it as a gift, this sweet banana-pineapple jam is sure to be a hit.
So grab some bananas and whip up a batch—you’ll wonder why you haven’t tried it sooner! 
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