Samoan Banana Panikeke Fried Banana Doughnuts
Experience the irresistible taste of Samoan Banana Panikeke, delightful fried banana doughnuts that bring a touch of tropical comfort to your table. Crafted from ripe bananas, these golden-brown treats boast a naturally sweet and fluffy interior with a satisfying crisp exterior. The recipe combines pantry staples like flour, sugar, and vanilla extract with a quick prep time, making it perfect for busy mornings or indulgent snack breaks. Infused with the warmth of ripe bananas, these doughnuts are fried to perfection and can be enjoyed plain or lightly dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet finishing touch. Whether served as a dessert, a breakfast treat, or a snack, Samoan Banana Panikeke delivers a burst of island-inspired flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups milk
- 4 cups neutral cooking oil (like vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and place them in a large mixing bowl. Mash the bananas using a fork or potato masher until smooth; a few small lumps are okay.
Add the sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to the mashed bananas. Stir well until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Mix gently until a thick and smooth batter forms. Avoid over-mixing.
Heat the cooking oil in a deep pot or frying pan over medium heat. The oil should be about 350°F (175°C). To test, drop a small amount of batter into the oil — it should sizzle and float to the top within a few seconds.
Using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of batter carefully into the hot oil. Fry in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook each doughnut for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and puffed up.
Remove the cooked panikeke using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter.
Serve warm. Enjoy your Samoan Banana Panikeke plain or dusted with powdered sugar for extra sweetness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.3 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 363 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 287 mg | 6% | |
*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.
