Easy Crispy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle

Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters are crispy on the outside, soft and gooey on the inside, and ready in just 20 minutes. After making these many times, I discovered the trick to perfect fritters every time. The warm cinnamon aroma and golden, crispy exterior will make your kitchen feel cozy and inviting. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Quick Lemon Vinaigrette for Fresh Salads and Easy No Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles Recipe.

What You'll Need for Easy Crispy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 3 ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
• Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
• Optional: Honey or maple syrup for drizzling

How to Make Easy Crispy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix well.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt.
4. Step 4: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Step 5: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded portions of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
6. Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Flip the fritters halfway through baking for even browning.
7. Step 7: Transfer the fritters to a cooling rack and let them cool for a few minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with honey or maple syrup before serving.

Storing & Reheating Easy Crispy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Make-ahead tip: These fritters are best enjoyed fresh, but you can prepare the batter up to a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator.

Freezing Easy Crispy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle

Not recommended for freezing.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Not recommended for reheating.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the bananas with plantain for a different twist.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your fritters are not crispy, try increasing the baking time or flipping them halfway through baking.

Easy Crispy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

12 mins

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Total

22 mins

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Serves

8 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free option available

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Seasonings

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Powdered sugar for dusting
• Honey or maple syrup for drizzling

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix well.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt.
4. Step 4: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Step 5: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded portions of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
6. Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Flip the fritters halfway through baking for even browning.
7. Step 7: Transfer the fritters to a cooling rack and let them cool for a few minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with honey or maple syrup before serving.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the bananas with plantain for a different twist.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your fritters are not crispy, try increasing the baking time or flipping them halfway through baking.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 5-7 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Not recommended for reheating.
• Make ahead: These fritters are best enjoyed fresh, but you can prepare the batter up to a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 110
• Protein: 2.5g
• Fat: 1.5g
• Carbs: 23g
• Fiber: 1.5g
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 120mg
• Cholesterol: 35mg
• Sat. Fat: 0.5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Easy Crispy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crispy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!