Skillet Banana Fritters
Skillet Banana Fritters are a quick and easy treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert. These crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside fritters are packed with warm spices and sweet banana flavor, making them an irresistible way to use overripe bananas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: ~12 fritters
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter:
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the mashed bananas, followed by the milk and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Rest the Batter:
- Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes.
- Heat the Oil:
- Heat approximately ¼ inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the Fritters:
- Scoop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and gently flatten them with the back of the spoon.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve:
- Dust the warm fritters with powdered sugar, if desired.
- Serve immediately with optional toppings like whipped cream, maple syrup, or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for the sweetest flavor and best texture.
- Add mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts for fun variations.
- For gluten-free fritters, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
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