Homemade monkey butter is a fun, tropical treat! Here’s a simple recipe for you:
### Homemade Monkey Butter Recipe
**Ingredients:**
– 2 cups shredded coconut
– 1 cup chopped banana (about 2-3 ripe bananas)
– 1/2 cup chopped pineapple (fresh or canned, drained)
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter
– 1/4 cup light brown sugar
– 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
– 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
**Instructions:**
1. **Cook the Banana and Pineapple:**
– In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
– Add the chopped banana and pineapple. Cook, stirring frequently, until the fruit begins to break down and caramelize, about 5-7 minutes.
2. **Add the Sugar:**
– Stir in the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes syrupy, about 10 minutes.
3. **Add Coconut and Nuts:**
– Stir in the shredded coconut and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the coconut is toasted and the mixture is thickened to your liking.
– If using nuts, stir them in during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
4. **Finish and Cool:**
– Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
– Let the monkey butter cool to room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools.
5. **Store:**
– Transfer the monkey butter to a jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
**Serving Suggestions:**
– Spread it on toast or biscuits.
– Use as a topping for yogurt or oatmeal.
– Enjoy as a filling for pastries or cakes.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness or add other spices to suit your taste!
