Coral Reef Banana Fritters

INGREDIENTS

1 cup unsifted flour

2 tablespoons sugar, divided use

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 egg

1/2 cup milk

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

6 large bananas, each peeled and cut into thirds

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Oil for frying

Powdered sugar

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large bowl, mix flour, 1 tablespoon of the sugar, baking powder and salt.

In another bowl, beat together egg, milk, butter and vanilla. Add to flour mixture and stir until smooth.

Sprinkle banana chunks with lemon juice, remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar and cinnamon. Coat chunks with batter. Deep-fry in oil heated to 375 degrees. Cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Drain and serve, sprinkled with powdered sugar.