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Banana Bread Donuts

Banana bread donuts are deep-fried treats made from mashed ripe bananas, flour, sugar, and baking powder, resulting in a golden-brown exterior with a moist, tender crumb inside. The donuts are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, showcasing an airy texture with a hint of banana flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed until smooth
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • Oil for frying vegetable or peanut oil enough to submerge donuts

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Frying pan or deep fryer
  • Kitchen thermometer
  • Donut cutter or ring molds
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth and no large lumps remain. Add the eggs, melted butter, milk, sugar, salt, and whisk until combined.
    3 medium ripe bananas, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp salt
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
    1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder
  3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature. While heating, prepare a donut cutter or ring molds and lightly flour them.
    Oil for frying vegetable or peanut oil
  4. Once the oil reaches the target temperature, carefully pipe or spoon the batter into the hot oil, forming donut shapes using the cutter or molds. Fry in batches, turning occasionally, until the donuts are golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
  5. Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts from the oil once they are evenly golden and crispy on the outside. Place them on paper towels to drain excess oil and cool slightly before serving.
  6. Serve the banana bread donuts warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with chocolate. Observe the soft, moist interior contrasting with the crispy exterior for perfect doneness.

Notes

Ensure oil temperature is maintained for even frying. Do not overcrowd the pan to prevent temperature drops and uneven cooking.