Bread Machine West African Banana Fritters

Infuse your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of Bread Machine West African Banana Fritters—an effortless fusion of ripe bananas, warm spices, and golden crispiness. This unique recipe harnesses the convenience of a bread machine to create a perfectly proofed dough infused with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. Using simple pantry staples, these fritters are fried to perfection and can be dusted with powdered sugar for a subtly sweet finish. Perfect as a snack, indulgent dessert, or even a breakfast treat, these fritters are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and brimming with tropical flavors. Ready in under an hour, this West African-inspired delight is sure to become a deep-fried favorite for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Ripe bananas
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 2 cups Oil for frying
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the bananas and mash them in a bowl with a fork until smooth.

Step 2

In the bowl of the bread machine, add the mashed bananas, warm water, vegetable oil, and the egg.

Step 3

Add the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and active dry yeast in that order. This ensures the yeast does not touch the salt directly.

Step 4

Set the bread machine to the 'Dough' cycle and start the machine. Allow it to knead and proof the dough according to the machine’s settings (usually about 1 hour).

Step 5

Once the cycle is complete, remove the dough from the bread machine. It should be soft and slightly sticky.

Step 6

Lightly flour your hands, then shape the dough into small balls or spoonfuls (about 1.5 inches in diameter). Place them on a floured surface or parchment paper.

Step 7

Heat the frying oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature for even frying.

Step 8

Carefully drop the shaped fritter dough into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown on all sides (about 2-3 minutes per batch). Turn them occasionally with a slotted spoon or tongs.

Step 9

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Optional: Dust the fritters with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness.

Step 11

Serve the fritters warm as a snack, dessert, or breakfast treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1141.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5632.8

Total Fat 510.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 1297.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 279.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 69.0g
Protein 35.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 85.5mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 1243.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.5%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 19.1%