Quick and Easy Banana Fritters
Quick and Easy Banana Fritters
Crispy on the outside and soft, sweet, and warm in the middle, these banana fritters turn a few overripe bananas into a golden fried treat in under 25 minutes. A simple, lightly spiced batter coats banana pieces before they hit hot oil, creating that perfect contrast of crunchy edges and tender centers. They are just as satisfying dusted with cinnamon sugar for breakfast as they are drizzled with honey for a quick dessert.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Mash bananas, leaving a few small chunks.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Whisk milk and egg into the mashed bananas.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients into a thick batter.
- Heat oil to 350°F in a heavy bottomed pan.
- Fry heaping tablespoons of batter in small batches, 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden.
- Drain on paper towels and dust with sugar while warm.
Notes
- Use very ripe, speckled bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Keep the oil at a steady medium heat and fry in small batches to avoid greasy or unevenly cooked fritters.
- Do not overmix the batter once combined.
- Use a heavy bottomed pan or wok, since it holds heat more evenly than a thin pan and helps prevent temperature swings while frying.