Description
Delicious deep fried bananas coated in a crispy pancake batter, then tossed in a fragrant cinnamon sugar mixture. Perfect as a warm and sweet treat, these bite-sized banana pieces offer a delightful combination of soft fruit inside and a crunchy golden exterior.
Ingredients
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For the Batter
- 1 cup pancake batter mix
- Water (as required by the pancake mix, plus a little extra to thin batter)
- Buttermilk (optional, used instead of water for mixing batter)
For the Bananas
- 1 banana, sliced into bite-sized rounds
For Frying & Coating
- Oil for deep frying (enough to fill a deep sauce pot to 2-3 inches)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Pour oil into a deep saucepot and heat it to 350°F (175°C). Use a digital or candy thermometer to accurately monitor the temperature to ensure proper frying.
- Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the pancake batter mix with the required amount of water or buttermilk. Add a little extra liquid to achieve a thinner consistency than usual, just enough to coat the banana slices thinly. A batter that’s too thick will not fry evenly or crisp well.
- Slice Bananas: Peel and slice the banana into bite-sized round pieces, perfect for frying and easy to eat.
- Batter and Fry: Dip each banana slice into the pancake batter, fully coating it. Carefully place the coated slices into the hot oil and fry them until golden brown on the outside. This will take about 3 to 5 minutes depending on oil heat and banana thickness.
- Drain and Coat: Using a spider or slotted spoon, remove the fried bananas from the oil and drain excess oil. Immediately toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat while still warm, enhancing their sweetness and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the deep fried bananas warm for a comforting dessert or snack.
Notes
- Maintain the oil temperature around 350°F to ensure even frying and prevent greasy bananas.
- Adjust batter consistency if too thick or thin; the batter should coat bananas lightly but not run off immediately.
- You can substitute cinnamon sugar with powdered sugar or drizzle with honey for a variation.
- Use ripe but firm bananas to avoid them becoming mushy during frying.
- Serve immediately for best texture; leftover pieces may lose their crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: deep fried bananas, fried banana slices, cinnamon sugar bananas, crispy banana dessert, banana snack
