Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 medium bananas, mashed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven or air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mash Bananas and Mix Vanilla: In a large bowl, mash the bananas until completely smooth, then stir in the vanilla extract ensuring it is evenly combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients and Form Batter: Add the flour and baking powder to the banana mixture. Gently stir until a batter forms. Oil your hands lightly, then transfer the dough onto a cutting board and knead softly until you achieve a slightly firm but still slightly sticky dough ball.
- Shape Donut Holes: Divide the dough into 9 to 12 golf ball-sized portions. Roll each portion in your hands to form round donut holes. Lightly spray each with oil to enhance browning.
- Bake: Arrange the donut holes on the prepared baking sheet spaced evenly. Bake in the preheated oven or air fryer for 6 to 8 minutes, until the donut holes puff up and brown slightly on the outside.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: While the donut holes bake, mix the sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl until well combined.
- Coat and Serve: Remove the donut holes from the oven and gently toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated. Serve warm immediately for best flavor and texture, or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- If your dough is too sticky to handle, chill it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before shaping.
- Use ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- You can use gluten-free flour as a substitute to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Store leftover donut holes in an airtight container in the fridge; reheat gently before serving.
- For a vegan version, substitute sugar with a vegan-certified brand and confirm vanilla extract has no alcohol or animal products.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
