Start by gathering your ripe bananas, which should be soft and sweet. Mash them up until they are smooth.

In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.

Once the sugar is dissolved, add your mashed bananas to the mixture and stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Add the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor profile.

Allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

If you prefer a smoother syrup, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean container.

Let the syrup cool completely before transferring it to a bottle or jar.