Mash the plantains

• Peel the ripe plantains and cut them into chunks.
• Mash the plantain chunks in a bowl until smooth.

Make the batter

• Add the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt to the mashed plantain.
• Stir in the egg and milk until a thick, smooth batter forms.

Heat the oil

• Pour the oil into a pan and heat over medium heat until hot.

Fry the fritters

• Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil.
• Fry until golden brown on both sides, turning once.

Drain and serve

• Lift the fritters out with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towel.
• Serve warm.