Name: Banana Fritters
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 20 fritters
Cuisine: African, American
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; ⅔ cups milk at room temperature; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 eggs at room temperature; 1 Tbsp unsalted butter melted; 2 Tbsp brown sugar; ½ tsp ground cinnamon; ¼ tsp salt; 3 ripe bananas chopped; vegetable oil for frying; 2 cups powdered sugar; ⅓ cup milk; ½ tsp vanilla extract; pinch of ground cinnamon

These banana fritters are dunked in a fluffy batter, deep-fried to a beautiful golden brown, and topped with a delicate vanilla-sugar glaze.

Why this recipe works

These fluffy little banana bites are addicting. Once you sink your teeth into a soft cake-like banana fritter, there’s no going back! First, you’ll mix together the batter that’s spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with brown sugar, then you plop in some chopped bananas and deep fry them in oil. Lastly, you can’t forget the sweet and sticky powdered sugar glaze on top that really seals the deal.

The whole process is super easy, and you’ll be enjoying them for breakfast or dessert in no more than 40 minutes start to finish.

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Ingredients you will need

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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

BANANAS – Unlike banana bread, you’ll want to use ripe bananas for this recipe. Using ripe bananas will withstand the heat of the frying process much better than overripe bananas.

How to Make Banana Fritters

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In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, milk, vanilla, and melted butter. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until smooth.
Fold in chopped bananas. Don’t overmix.
Fill a Dutch oven/cast iron pot with at least 2 inches of vegetable oil and heat on medium-high until it reaches 350°F on an instant read thermometer.
Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, dollop the batter into the oil, cooking 3-4 at a time. Cook the fritters, turning them over, about 2 minutes per side for a total of about 4-5 minutes until they are a deep golden brown.
Remove fritters from the oil with a spider stainer and place on a tray lined with paper towels.
Make the glaze by combining powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
Let the fritters cool slightly, then dip in the glaze. Serve warm.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

How do I store banana fritters?

Store banana fritters in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

How do I reheat them?

You can reheat banana fritters gently in a dry pan on the stovetop, in the oven, or in an air fryer for a few minutes.

Serving Suggestions

Banana fritters can be served for breakfast, dessert, appetizer, or as a snack. Try dipping them in caramel, chocolate, or raspberry sauce if you want to go the extra mile! If you want to skip the glaze, you can opt for a nice dusting of powdered sugar on top or simply omit the topping altogether. They’re delicious either way.

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