Caramelized Mini Banana Bites 

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🧾 Ingredients

For the Banana Bites:

  • 6–8 ripe bananas (preferably firm, not overly soft)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¾ cup water (or milk for richer flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Oil for frying

For the Caramel Glaze:

  • 1 cup sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • Pinch of salt

Optional Toppings:

  • Powdered sugar
  • Cinnamon sugar
  • Honey drizzle

🥣 Step 1: Preparing the Bananas

Start by peeling your bananas.

Cut them into:

  • Small chunks (like in your image), OR
  • Mini finger-sized pieces

👉 Tip: Slightly firm bananas work best—they hold their shape when frying.

Avoid overripe bananas (too soft = mushy inside).

🧁 Step 2: Making the Batter

In a mixing bowl:

  1. Combine flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Slowly add water or milk while whisking.
  3. Mix until smooth.

The batter should be:

  • Thick enough to coat
  • But still slightly runny

👉 If too thick → add a little water

👉 If too thin → add a bit of flour

Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes.

🔥 Step 3: Frying the Banana Bites

  1. Heat oil in a deep pan to 170–180°C.
  2. Dip each banana piece into the batter.
  3. Carefully drop into hot oil.

Fry in batches:

  • 2–3 minutes per batch
  • Turn occasionally

You want:

  • Golden brown color
  • Crispy outside

Remove and place on paper towels.

👉 Tip: Don’t overcrowd the pan—this lowers oil temperature.

🍯 Step 4: Making the Caramel

In another pan:

  1. Add sugar and water.
  2. Heat on medium without stirring.
  3. Let it bubble and turn golden.

Once golden:

  • Add butter
  • Add vanilla + pinch of salt

Be careful: caramel is VERY hot.

👉 Color guide:

  • Light golden = mild sweetness
  • Dark golden = deeper flavor

🍌 Step 5: Coating the Banana Bites

Quickly add the fried banana bites into the caramel.

  • Stir gently to coat evenly
  • Work fast before caramel hardens

You can:

  • Keep them slightly sticky
  • Or let them cool for a crunchy shell

❄️ Step 6: Cooling & Serving

Place coated banana bites on parchment paper.

Let them cool for a few minutes.

Then:

  • Sprinkle powdered sugar
  • Serve warm

👉 You can also serve in small boxes like in your image for a street-food vibe.

😋 Texture & Taste

When done right:

  • Outside = crispy + caramelized
  • Inside = soft, sweet banana
  • Flavor = rich, sweet, slightly buttery

🧠 Tips for Best Results

1. Oil Temperature is Key

Too hot → burns outside

Too cold → soggy bites

2. Use Cornstarch

This gives extra crispiness.

3. Work Fast with Caramel

Caramel hardens quickly—coat immediately.

4. Don’t Overcook Bananas

They should stay soft, not mushy.

🔄 Variations

🍫 Chocolate Banana Bites

  • Add melted chocolate drizzle after frying

🥥 Coconut Version

  • Add shredded coconut to batter

🍯 Honey Glaze (Simpler)

  • Skip caramel
  • Use honey + butter mix

❌ Common Mistakes

  • Overripe bananas → too soft
  • Thick batter → heavy coating
  • Cold oil → greasy result
  • Burnt caramel → bitter taste

🍽️ Serving Ideas

  • With ice cream 🍨
  • With chocolate sauce 🍫
  • As party snack 🎉
  • With tea or coffee ☕

🏁 Final Result

You’ll get exactly what’s in your image:

  • Golden, glossy banana bites
  • Slightly crispy outside
  • Sweet, soft inside
  • Perfect for snacking or selling 🔥

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