Banana fudge is a rich, creamy treat with a subtle banana flavor—perfect for a simple homemade dessert. Here’s a straightforward recipe:
Ingredients (makes about 16 squares)
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare bananas
- Peel and mash the bananas until smooth.
- Cook the fudge base
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, milk, and butter.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
- Add bananas
- Remove from heat and stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- If using, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
- Set the fudge
- Pour the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined square dish.
- Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cool and cut
- Let it cool at room temperature for a few hours, or refrigerate for faster setting.
- Once firm, cut into squares and serve.
💡 Tips for perfect banana fudge
- Use very ripe bananas for the strongest flavor.
- Stir constantly when cooking to prevent burning.
- If you like a softer fudge, add a splash of cream with the milk.
I can also give a quick no-cook banana fudge version that sets in the fridge in under an hour if you want it faster. Do you want that version?
