Description
Jamaican Banana Fritters are a deliciously indulgent treat that perfectly balances crispy exteriors with warm, fluffy interiors. These fritters are made from ripe bananas and simple pantry staples, creating a sweet and spiced flavor profile reminiscent of sunny Jamaican beaches. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful snack, they are quick to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 1 inch deep)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Fold the dry mixture into the mashed bananas until just mixed—avoid overmixing.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides (about 2 minutes per side).
- Remove fritters from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with honey or syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg