Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries
Special Equipment Needed:
- Doughnut pan
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- 2 medium-sized bowls
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a doughnut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the bananas with a fork. Add the sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer until combined.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Add the Greek yogurt and mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips, walnuts, and cherries.
7. Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a doughnut comes out clean.
9. Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature: 375°F
Serving Size: 12 doughnuts
Nutritional Information (per doughnut):
Calories: 250
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour: can be substituted with whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour
- Vegetable oil: can be substituted with melted coconut oil
- Greek yogurt: can be substituted with sour cream
- Mini semi-sweet chocolate chips: can be substituted with mini white chocolate chips, chopped dark chocolate, or chopped nuts
- Walnuts: can be substituted with chopped pecans or almonds
- Maraschino cherries: can be substituted with fresh or frozen cherries
Variations:
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the batter for a cinnamon-banana flavor
- Add 1/2 cup of shredded coconut to the batter for a tropical flavor
- Add 1/2 cup of peanut butter chips to the batter for a peanut butter flavor
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped banana chips to the batter for a crunchy texture
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the bananas are ripe for the best flavor
- Make sure to not overmix the batter or the doughnuts will be tough
- If the doughnuts are browning too quickly, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F
Storage Instructions:
Store the doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the doughnuts in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the doughnuts on a platter with a bowl of melted chocolate for dipping
- Top the doughnuts with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce
- Stack the doughnuts on a plate and top with a dollop of whipped cream
Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate sauce
- Chopped nuts
- Sprinkles
Pairings:
- Ice cream
- Chocolate sauce
- Fresh fruit
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Yogurt parfait
- Smoothie
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the doughnuts are too dry, add a tablespoon of milk to the batter
- If the doughnuts are too dense, add a tablespoon of baking powder to the batter
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to avoid salmonella
- Make sure to store the doughnuts in an airtight container to prevent spoilage
Food History:
Banana splits originated in the early 1900s and have been a popular dessert ever since.
Flavor Profiles:
The doughnuts have a sweet banana flavor with hints of chocolate, nuts, and cherries.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the doughnuts with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce
- Serve the doughnuts with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped nuts
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