When in doubt on what to do with ripe bananas, easily prepare air fryer banana fritters from basic ingredients. Perfectly caramelized banana that has a hint of cinnamon is the best snack. They can even be offered as a classic late-night dessert with ice cream or a honey glaze.
Even if you are a beginner to air fryer cooking, you can simply create these air fryer banana fritters because they are so simple to make. I usually like to make banana fritters recipe when I’m craving something sweet and get ready in no time. For those who have a sweet tooth, this is the perfect treat.
The air-fried banana fritters are, above all else, healthier than the ones we purchase at the stores. because the banana fritters sold in stores are traditionally (deep-fried) prepared. But the air fryer's banana fritters are made without any oil at all. A nutritious fruit, bananas can be used in a wide range of recipes. When no one wants to eat the boring banana itself, I prefer to bake banana bread.
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Why you’ll love making air fryer banana fritters?
- It's quick and simple to make.
- Bananas are incredibly nutritious.
- Easy and simple dessert recipe for the last minute.
How to make air fryer banana fritters?
The recipe for banana fritters is quite simple. Take some bananas off your kitchen counter that no one is interested in have. All you need to do is gather a couple more ingredients and you are good to go.
Ingredients for air fryer banana fritters:
- 2 large ripe bananas
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions for air fryer banana fritters:
- Crack an egg into a mixing bowl, whisk it, and set it aside. Add all-purpose flour to a second shallow bowl. Grab another bowl and combine cinnamon, sugar, and bread crumbs. Simply blend them by giving them a brief stir.
- Now slice the bananas into 4 to 5 pieces.
- Each banana piece should be dusted with all-purpose flour. They should then be dunked in the egg mixture, and let the excess runoff. Finally, cover them with the bread crumbs mixture. Make sure the bread crumbs completely cover the bananas.
- For the remaining bananas, follow the same steps, then set them aside.
- Preheat your air fryer at 180C/360F for 2-3 minutes.
- Put a single layer of banana fritters in the air fryer basket. For the best outcome, avoid stuffing the basket too full.
- The air fryer banana fritters should be cooked for 12 minutes at 180C/360F. Midway through the frying time, flip the fritters.
Depending on how crispy you want your banana fritters, you can adjust the cooking time.
Remove the banana fritters from the basket carefully.
Enjoy serving them hot with honey or whipped cream.
You can find the air fryer banana fritters recipe in the printable card below
What to serve with air fryer banana fritters?
Without any additional toppings, the banana fritters dish is still delicious. However, you can drizzle honey or maple syrup on top of the air fryer banana fritters.
You may also just serve the banana fritters with some powdered sugar. When you want a sweet and nutritious snack, these banana fritters can be a great option.
With vanilla ice cream or any other flavor of ice cream of your choice, serve these banana fritters as a quick dessert.
Tips for making a perfect air fryer banana fritters
- Don't forget to preheat your air fryer before cooking any food.
- When preparing the recipe for banana fritters, use ripe bananas. You will get wonderfully caramelized and mushy fritters as a result.
- Put the banana fritters in the air fryer basket in a single layer so as not to crowd it. For the best outcome, cook in batches.
- For the best outcome, flip your banana fritters over halfway through cooking.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the air fryer's brand and size. You need to adjust accordingly.
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How long should you cook banana fritters?
Air fryer banana fritters in an air fryer are done in 12 minutes. However, depending on the model, every air fryer functions differently. Nevertheless, you can adjust the cooking time to your preferences.
How to store the leftover air fryer banana fritters?
Warm servings of these delicious air fryer banana fritters are recommended. You should not store them since they will become soggy over time. Therefore, it's best to only make what you need.
Here are some of the frequently asked questions
Is air fryer banana fritters healthy?
Yes, air-fried banana fritters are healthier than the traditionally made Jamaican banana fritters. Also, bananas are packed with nutrition and are good for your health.
What are Jamaican banana fritters?
Jamaica banana fritters are those which are cooked in a traditional way (deep-fried). The ingredients are somewhat similar, though.
The only difference between Jamaican banana fritters and air fryer banana fritters is how they are prepared.
How ripe should a banana be for the air fryer banana fritters recipe?
The ripe banana with a deeper yellow peel and brown flecks gives better results. Making healthy banana fritters requires a banana that is both soft and firm.
Overripe bananas should be avoided since they are overly sweet and mushy. When chopped for the fritters, soft bananas don't keep their shape. Save those overripe bananas for a banana muffins recipe.
Can I use frozen bananas in this recipe?
I wouldn't recommend making the recipe with frozen bananas. because once thawed, the frozen bananas are too soft. Try to use properly ripened bananas if you want your air fryer banana fritters to turn out perfectly.
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Banana Fritters
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Crack an egg into a mixing bowl, whisk it, and set it aside. Add all-purpose flour to a second shallow bowl. Grab another bowl and combine cinnamon, sugar, and bread crumbs. Simply blend them by giving them a brief stir.½ cup all-purpose flour, 1 large egg, ½ cup bread crumbs, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- Now slice the bananas into 4 to 5 pieces.2 large ripe bananas
- Each banana piece should be dusted with all-purpose flour. They should then be dunked in the egg mixture, and let the excess runoff. Finally, cover them with the bread crumbs mixture. Make sure the bread crumbs completely cover the bananas.
- For the remaining bananas, follow the same steps, then set them aside.
- Preheat your air fryer at 180C/360F for 2-3 minutes.
- Put a single layer of banana fritters in the air fryer basket. For the best outcome, avoid stuffing the basket too full.
- The air fryer banana fritters should be cooked for 12 minutes at 180C/360F. Midway through the frying time, flip the fritters.
- Depending on how crispy you want your banana fritters, you can adjust the cooking time.
- Remove the banana fritters from the basket carefully.
- Enjoy serving them hot with honey or whipped cream.
