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Jamaican banana fritters A close-up of a plate filled with golden, crispy Jamaican banana fritters. The fritters are crispy on the outside with a soft, warm interior.

Jamaican Banana Fritters

Golden, crispy fritters filled with the sweetness of ripe Jamaican Banana Fritters, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Caribbean
Keyword: banana fritters, Caribbean breakfast, fried fritters, Jamaican fritters
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 231kcal
Cost: $6

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet Used for frying the fritters.
  • 1 Fork For mashing the bananas quickly and easily.
  • 1 Mixing bowl A medium-sized bowl works perfectly for combining all the ingredients.
  • 1 Sifter Helps break up any clumps in the flour and makes for a smoother batter.
  • 1 Spoon For dropping the batter into the hot oil. A tablespoon or small ice cream scoop works great.
  • 1 Paper towels Essential for draining excess oil and keeping the fritters crispy.

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas Medium-sized bananas, best when very ripe for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the sweetness and aroma of the fritters
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warm, spiced flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg For a subtle earthy note
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar Adds sweetness and depth of flavor
  • Pinch of salt Balances the sweetness
  • 1 ⅛ cups all-purpose flour Flour for binding, sifted to prevent clumps
  • Oil for frying Any vegetable or canola oil, for frying

Instructions

  • Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth with a fork.
    Another view of banana fritter batter in a mixing bowl, with a spoon stirring the thick, smooth batter.
  • Add the vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and salt. Then, sift in the flour and stir to combine everything thoroughly.
    A close-up of banana fritter batter in a clear mixing bowl, showing a smooth and creamy texture with a spoon resting in it
  • Heat ¼ cup of oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Spoon the batter into the hot oil, cooking the fritters until golden on one side and bubbles form on top. Flip and cook until both sides are browned.
    Jamaican banana fritters frying in a pan filled with hot oil. The fritters are bubbling in the oil and have turned a golden brown color
  • Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
    A hand holding a plate filled with golden brown Jamaican banana fritters. The fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, arranged neatly on the plate.

Notes

These golden fritters are a delicious way to enjoy ripe bananas, crispy on the outside with a soft, sweet inside. Perfect for a warm, comforting breakfast.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 231kcal (12%) | Carbohydrates: 53g (18%) | Protein: 4g (8%) | Fat: 1g (2%) | Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 362mg (10%) | Fiber: 3g (13%) | Sugar: 20g (22%) | Vitamin A: 55IU (1%) | Vitamin C: 7.7mg (9%) | Calcium: 20mg (2%) | Iron: 1.7mg (9%)
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