Description
Banana donut holes bring simplicity and sweetness to kitchen adventures, combining ripe bananas and pancake mix for quick, delightful treats. Crispy outside and tender inside, you’ll savor these effortless bites that elevate breakfast or snack time with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) self-rising flour
Optional Toppings:
- Powdered sugar
- Cinnamon sugar
- Chocolate glaze
Instructions
- Prepare a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot with oil, heating to a precise 350°F for optimal frying temperature.
- Thoroughly mash ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until completely smooth and free of large chunks.
- Gradually incorporate self-rising flour into mashed bananas, stirring carefully until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Use a small cookie scoop or two spoons to create uniform bite-sized dough portions for consistent cooking.
- Gently lower dough portions into the hot oil, ensuring they do not touch each other to maintain even heat distribution.
- Rotate donut holes periodically during frying to achieve an even, golden-brown exterior and ensure complete internal cooking.
- Monitor cooking time closely, typically 2-3 minutes, until the exterior turns a rich, amber color and develops a crispy texture.
- Extract donut holes using a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drip back into the pan.
- Transfer fried treats to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb residual oil and prevent sogginess.
- While still warm, enhance flavor by rolling donut holes in powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or drizzling with chocolate glaze.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the optimal crisp exterior and soft, tender interior.
Notes
- Select ultra-ripe bananas with dark brown spots for maximum natural sweetness and better binding properties.
- Ensure oil temperature stays consistent around 350°F to prevent greasy or undercooked donut holes.
- Use a thermometer for precise oil temperature control and safer frying results.
- Experiment with alternative flours like almond or gluten-free self-rising flour for dietary variations.
- Pat banana pieces dry before mashing to reduce excess moisture and achieve better dough consistency.
- Consider adding vanilla extract or ground cinnamon for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Roll donut holes in different coatings like shredded coconut, crushed nuts, or maple sugar for unique textures.
- Make bite-sized treats quickly by using a small cookie scoop for uniform sizing and even cooking.
- Store leftover donut holes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, though best enjoyed fresh.
- Allow oil to cool completely before disposing to prevent plumbing issues and potential fire hazards.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg