Coconut Banana Fritters
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly crispy Coconut Banana Fritters, a delightful fusion of tropical flavors that's perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a mid-day treat. Made with ripe bananas, shredded coconut, and a hint of cinnamon, this quick and easy recipe creates golden, bite-sized fritters that are lightly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. The batter comes together in minutes, and a quick fry in hot oil delivers irresistibly fragrant fritters that are perfect for dusting with powdered sugar or drizzling with honey. Whether you’re hosting brunch, craving a comforting snack, or simply looking to use up overripe bananas, this crowd-pleasing recipe will become a favorite. Serve warm for a truly indulgent experience! Keywords: coconut banana fritters recipe, tropical dessert, banana coconut snack, easy banana fritters.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened or sweetened)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl using a fork until smooth but slightly chunky.
Add the flour, sugar, shredded coconut, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
Gradually stir in the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until you have a thick, scoopable batter. If the batter seems too thin, add 1-2 additional tablespoons of flour.
In a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). To test, drop a small bit of batter into the oil—it should bubble and rise to the surface immediately.
Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Once all the fritters are cooked, sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 491.2 g | 630% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.6 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1100 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.2 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.9 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1720 mg | 37% | |
*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.
