Whole Wheat Accra Bananas

Mashed up overripe bananas mixed with whole wheat flour, brown sugar, nutmeg, and vanilla, and then fried until golden brown. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon snacks, or party food!

Makes 18-22 fritters

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine African

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 181kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

4 large bananas (1½ cups mashed bananas)
1½ cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Oil for deep frying

Instructions

Mash bananas with a spoon or puree them in a food processor or blender.
In a medium bowl, mix the mashed bananas, whole-wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to the consistency of a creamy batter.
Finally, add the nutmeg and vanilla. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
Heat a large cast iron skillet with oil ½ inch deep on medium-high heat (375℉/190℃) until hot but not smoking.
Scoop up the batter and fry in batches, turning once, until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Don't overcrowd the pan, as it will cause the fritters to become soggy and absorb excess oil.
Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels.
Serve warm.

Notes

Yes, you can make these gluten-free. Use your favorite gluten-free all-purpose flour and proceed with the recipe. Bananas are a perfect ingredient for gluten-free goodness.
You can freeze the fried whole wheat accra banana for later (up to three months in a freezer-safe ziplock bag). You can reheat them in the oven or air fryer.
Don't waste the used oil. Let it cool, strain it, store it in a food-safe plastic bottle, and reuse it.
Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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