Quick Banana Fritters (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 medium overripe bananas
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup whole milk
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2 large eggs
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ For Frying
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Neutral oil for deep frying (vegetable or canola oil recommended)
# Instructions:
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Start by peeling your overripe bananas and placing them in a large mixing bowl. Using a fork or potato masher, mash the bananas into a chunky paste - don't worry about getting it completely smooth, as the little lumps add wonderful texture to your fritters.
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Add all remaining ingredients except the frying oil to the bowl with your mashed bananas. Gently mix everything together until just combined - you want a light, slightly drippy batter that holds together nicely.
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Pour oil into a heavy-bottomed pan to a depth of about 3 inches. Heat the oil over high heat until it reaches 365°F, then reduce to medium heat. This temperature control is crucial - too hot and your fritters will burn on the outside while staying raw inside.
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Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Don't overcrowd the pan - give each fritter room to cook evenly. Let them fry until beautifully golden on one side, then flip and cook until golden all over.
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Remove the golden fritters and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Continue with the remaining batter, allowing the oil to reheat between batches. Serve warm as a delightful breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or dust with powdered sugar for a sweet dessert.
# Notes:
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These delicious fritters are the perfect solution for overripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste. They're naturally sweet from the bananas themselves, with no added sugar needed.
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Best enjoyed warm and fresh, but can be reheated in the microwave for 30 seconds if needed - just be careful not to overdo it or they'll become rubbery.
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For extra sweetness, dust with confectioner's sugar or serve alongside chocolate or caramel dipping sauce.