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When those speckled bananas are past their prime for out-of-hand snacking, it’s time to turn them into something wonderfully indulgent – skillet banana fritters! These crispy, golden fried fritters are the perfect way to use up overripe bananas while treating yourself to a taste of the tropics.
With origins in African and Caribbean cuisines, banana fritters offer that irresistible combination of sweet, dense banana flavor enveloped in a crispy, warmly-spiced exterior. They make an absolutely delightful breakfast treat or dessert indulgence, especially when served up hot with a dollop of whipped cream, scoop of vanilla ice cream, or drizzle of maple syrup.
The best part is just how quick and easy these skillet banana fritters are to whip up at a moment’s notice. You just need those overripe bananas, some pantry staple ingredients like flour, milk, sugar, and spices, and a skillet with some hot oil or melted butter. 15 minutes of active prep is all it takes for true fried dough bliss.
The batter comes together by simply mashing up those ultra-ripe bananas and folding them together with the flour, milk, vanilla, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. A touch of baking powder helps create those signature nooks and crannies that make for the perfect crispy, craggly fritter exterior.
While the batter rests for a few minutes, you’ll heat up a thin layer of oil or butter in a skillet until shimmering. Then it’s just a matter of scooping in spoonfuls of that thick banana batter and frying them for a couple minutes per side until puffed and golden brown all over.
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