Air Fryer Recipe

Banana fritters

Name: Banana fritters
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas; 100g all-purpose flour; 50g sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; A pinch of cinnamon (optional); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or plant-based)

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Serves: 4
Category: Dessert

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Banana fritters are a lovely little treat, pairing the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a crisp, golden outside, all made a bit lighter in the air fryer.

Ingredients

2 ripe bananas
100g all-purpose flour
50g sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
A pinch of cinnamon (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk (dairy or plant-based)

Method

Mash the bananas in a medium bowl until smooth but still a little chunky.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bananas, then mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture.
Stir in the milk a little at a time until you have a smooth batter.
Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (356°F) for about 5 minutes.
Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the air fryer basket lined with parchment paper.
Cook the fritters for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
Remove the fritters and leave them to cool slightly on a wire rack.
Serve with powdered sugar or ice cream.

Why this works in an air fryer

Air frying uses convection to circulate hot air, creating a crispy exterior quickly without excess oil, ideal for fritters.

Equipment notes

Assumes a 3.5L basket; in dual-zone air fryers, cook in the top zone for even browning, adjusting time by ±2 minutes.

Common pitfalls

Fritters not browning by minute 5? Increase temperature by 10°C — batter may be too wet.
Fritters sticking to the basket? Ensure parchment paper is used and lightly oiled.
Fritters collapsing when flipped? Batter might be too thin; reduce milk slightly.

Variations & substitutions

Substitute whole wheat flour for a denser texture and nutty taste.
Use coconut sugar instead of white sugar for a caramel-like flavour.
Add a pinch of nutmeg for a spicier aroma.

Storage & reheating

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat in the air fryer at 160°C for 3-4 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 250