Banana Fritters
Banana fritters are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with a crispy, golden batter. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these fritters evoke nostalgic memories and are sure to impress family and friends. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up this comforting dish in no time! Serve them warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of syrup for an irresistible treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas (about 200g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (25g)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk (120ml)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Oil for frying (enough to submerge half of each fritter)
Instructions
- Peel and mash the bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth yet slightly chunky.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Add the mashed bananas, milk, and egg to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
- Heat about one inch of oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with powdered sugar or syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, add chocolate chips or nuts to the batter. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days; reheat in a toaster oven for crispiness.