Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle
Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and ready in just 30 minutes. After making these many times, I discovered the trick to getting them perfectly crispy every time. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Summer Yogurt Parfait with Fresh Berries and Honey and Crispy Za’atar Roasted Chickpeas with Lemon Zest.
Why This Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside
- Healthier than fried banana fritters
- Ready in just 30 minutes
- Perfect for a quick dessert or snack
What You'll Need for Easy 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.
- Ripe bananas
- Eggs
- All-purpose flour
- Sugar
- Baking powder
- Cinnamon
- Salt
- Ground cinnamon
- Salt
- Optional: Powdered sugar
- Optional: Honey
- Optional: Walnuts
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter the fritters.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Non-stick baking sheet — Prevents sticking and ensures even baking → See on Amazon
- Kitchen scale — Ensures accurate measurements for perfect results → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle
- Mash bananas: Mash ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine ingredients: Add eggs to mashed bananas, then gradually add dry ingredients until combined.
- Form fritters: Drop spoonfuls of batter onto a greased baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drizzle with honey: Drizzle baked fritters with honey and serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough fritters. Mix just until combined.
- Pro tip: For extra crispiness, lightly spray the fritters with cooking spray before baking.
- Pro tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
Storing & Reheating Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 1 day. Drop onto the baking sheet and bake as directed.
Freezing Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle
Freeze baked fritters for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but this may make them soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, add a pinch of nutmeg to the batter.
- Best substitution: Substitute ripe bananas with mashed sweet potatoes for a unique twist.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If fritters are not crispy, try increasing the baking time or temperature.
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Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Ripe bananas
- Eggs
- All-purpose flour
- Sugar
- Baking powder
- Cinnamon
- Salt
Seasonings
- Ground cinnamon
- Salt
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar
- Honey
- Walnuts
Instructions
- Mash bananas: Mash ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine ingredients: Add eggs to mashed bananas, then gradually add dry ingredients until combined.
- Form fritters: Drop spoonfuls of batter onto a greased baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drizzle with honey: Drizzle baked fritters with honey and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, add a pinch of nutmeg to the batter.
- Best substitution: Substitute ripe bananas with mashed sweet potatoes for a unique twist.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If fritters are not crispy, try increasing the baking time or temperature.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked fritters for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but this may make them soggy.
- Make ahead: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 1 day. Drop onto the baking sheet and bake as directed.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 1g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sat. Fat: 0g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the batter ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 1 day. Drop onto the baking sheet and bake as directed.
Overmixing the batter can lead to tough fritters. Mix just until combined to avoid this.
Yes, freeze baked fritters for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
Yes, preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C), lightly grease the basket, and cook fritters for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Mashed sweet potatoes can be used as a substitute for ripe bananas in this recipe.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy 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!
