Nourish PA: Banana Fritters

If there was ever a “best” way to use up ripe bananas, this might be it! These Nourish PA fritters are a delightful fried snack or dessert – gently sweet, lightly fried and dusted with a touch of sugar.

We suggest serving them with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for complimenting natural sweetness.

Banana Fritters

Yield
Serves 4
Prep Time Cook Time Total Time
10 min 12 min 22 min

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, or whole wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Oil or butter, for frying
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Method

  1. Mash the bananas in a medium bowl using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth.
  2. Add flour, sugar, cinnamon (if using) and salt until you have a thick batter.
  3. Heat a thin layer of oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the pan and flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.
  5. Cook until golden-brown and crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar and serve.
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