Simple and Delicious Banana Fritters Recipe

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Simple and Delicious Banana Fritters Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 15, 2023

Enjoy a tasty dessert or snack with these easy-to-make banana fritters. With their crispy exterior and soft, sweet interior, these fritters are sure to please everyone. Made with ripe bananas, flour, sugar, and a touch of cinnamon, these fritters are quick to prepare and even quicker to disappear. Serve them warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. These banana fritters are a great way to use up overripe bananas and are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you crave something delicious.

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions

  1. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Add the milk, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix well.
  4. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  7. Remove the fritters from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate.
  8. Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter.
  9. Once all the fritters are cooked, dust them with powdered sugar.
  10. Serve the banana fritters warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Banana fritters are a popular dessert in many cultures around the world.
  • This recipe uses ripe bananas, which are sweeter and more flavorful than unripe ones.
  • The addition of cinnamon adds a warm and fragrant touch to the fritters.
  • Banana fritters can be enjoyed on their own or with a variety of toppings such as ice cream or caramel sauce.