Banana Coconut Fritters

Banana Coconut Fritters

Tags: Dessert/Sweets, Snack

  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 5 min
  • Ready Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 3 dozen fritters

Ingredients

  • Crisco® Pure Canola Oil
  • 1 cup Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup thinly sliced banana
  • 1/4 cup sweetened coconut flakes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup cream of coconut
  • Powdered sugar
  • 1 (14 oz.) can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk (optional)

Preparation Directions

  • HEAT 1 1/2 inches canola oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat to 350°F. Combine flour, banana, coconut, lime juice, sugar, baking powder and salt in medium bowl. Beat with electric mixer on medium speed until banana is mashed and thoroughly blended into flour.
  • WHISK egg yolks and cream of coconut in small bowl until blended. Add to flour mixture, beating until just combined.
  • DROP batter by 1 tablespoon metal scoop into hot oil. Cook 2 1/2 to 3 minutes or until deep golden brown, turning often. Drain on paper towels. Cool 5 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve warm, drizzled with sweetened condensed milk, if desired.