Step 1

In a large bowl, mash peeled bananas.  Stir in milk and vanilla.

Step 2

Whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.  Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir just until incorporated.

Step 3

Heat 1 inch vegetable oil in heavy stockpot, Dutch oven or cast iron skillet to 350-375 degrees. Drop rounded tablespoons of batter into the fryer. Cook until golden brown on the bottom; flip and cook the other side until golden brown.  Work in small batches, making sure to cook all the way through. Place fritters on paper towels to drain.  Dust with powdered sugar or roll in cinnamon sugar and serve warm.