Description
Monkey Butter is the ultimate creamy, nutty, sweet spread you didn’t know you needed. Whether it’s slathered on toast or enjoyed by the spoonful, this banana-peanut butter blend will win your heart in one bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed (use spotted bananas for natural sweetness)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (or use almond butter for a nut-free version)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to your taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for added warmth)
Instructions
- Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl using a fork or masher until you get the texture you like. Chunky or smooth—your call!
- Mix in the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla until completely combined. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
- Add cinnamon if you’re using it, and stir everything together well.
- Spoon the mixture into a clean jar or airtight container and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to help it set up.
Notes
For a fun variation, try adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips. Store in the fridge for up to a week in a sealed jar. Swap vanilla for almond extract or toss in a pinch of sea salt for a little flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: monkey butter, banana spread, peanut butter dip, kid-friendly snack