Recipe Ingredients:

2 ¼ pounds of ripe bananas (peeled)

2 tablespoons of 50% cocoa powder

Juice of 1 lime (Persian or Key lime)

Water (just enough to help blend in the blender)

Oil (to grease the pan and make cutting easier)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Banana Mixture

First, start by slicing the bananas:

Peel and cut the ripe bananas into smaller pieces.

Then, blend the bananas:

Place the banana pieces in a blender with the lemon juice and a little water (just enough to help blend). Blend until you get a smooth paste.

If you don’t have a blender, mash the bananas:

Use a fork to mash the bananas until you achieve a uniform consistency. The texture will be more rustic, but the flavor will still be delicious.

2. Cook the Mixture

Next, cook the mixture:

In a large pan, combine the banana paste with cocoa powder.

After that, stir constantly:

Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Check for the desired consistency:

Jam consistency: The mixture will remain soft, ideal for use as a topping or filling.

Candy consistency: Continue cooking until the mixture completely separates from the pan and falls in blocks when lifting the spatula.

3. Shape and Let Set

Afterward, pour the mixture into a glass dish:

Grease a glass dish or baking tray with oil and spread the mixture evenly. Adjust the height according to the desired thickness for the candies.

Finally, let it cool:

Allow the candy to rest at room temperature, covered with a clean cloth. For best results, let it set for at least one day.

4. Cut and Finish

Then, prepare to cut:

Sprinkle a wooden board with demerara sugar to prevent the candy from sticking.

Lastly, unmold and cut:

Remove the candy from the glass dish and use an oil-greased knife to cut it into the desired pieces.

Coat each piece in demerara sugar, creating a sweet and crunchy layer.

Tips:

Use ripe bananas: Choose very ripe bananas to ensure a naturally sweet and intense flavor.

Cook to the right point: Cook until the mixture completely separates from the pan to ensure the candies set properly.

Proper storage: Store the candies in airtight containers in a dry, cool place to keep them fresh longer.

Enjoy!