Banana Beignets Recipe

Ingredients for Banana Beignets

• 2 large eggs
• 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
• All Purpose Flour
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 inches in your pan/deep fryer)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

How to Make Banana Beignets

1. Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed pot to 360°F (182°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs until light and frothy.
3. Mash 1 ripe medium banana with a fork until mostly smooth.
4. Add the mashed banana, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to the whisked eggs.
5. Whisk the batter until just combined; a few small lumps are okay. Don't overmix.
6. Carefully drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot.
7. Fry the beignets for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon or spider to gently flip them.
8. Remove the cooked beignets from the oil and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
9. Sprinkle generously with powdered sugar while the beignets are still warm.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!