Easy Banana Pancakes Recipe

Easy banana pancakes recipe that combines the warmth of pancakes with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. You’re in for a treat!

The addition of ripe bananas makes this classic breakfast meal a sweet but healthy addition to any breakfast menu. A family favorite, these pancakes comes together in about 30 minutes. They are so easy to make, you just might find yourself going through extra batches.

What ingredients do I need ?

What is the secret of amazing banana pancakes?

1. Ripe Bananas: Use ripe bananas for the best flavor. The riper the bananas, the sweeter they are, which adds natural sweetness to your pancakes.
2. Mash Thoroughly: Mash the bananas thoroughly before incorporating them into the pancake batter. This helps distribute the banana flavor evenly.
3. Buttermilk: Consider using buttermilk in your pancake batter. It adds a tangy flavor and helps create a fluffy texture.
4. Balance the Batter: Adjust the consistency of the batter by adding more liquid (milk or buttermilk) if it’s too thick, or more flour if it’s too thin. Aim for a smooth, pourable consistency.
5. Spices Variations: Enhance the flavor with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg. These spices complement the banana flavor and add warmth to the pancakes.
6. Don’t Overmix: Mix the batter until just combined. Overmixing can lead to dense pancakes. It’s okay if there are a few lumps.
7. Preheat the Pan: Make sure your pan or griddle is properly preheated before pouring the batter. This ensures even cooking and a nice golden color.
8. Medium Heat: Cook the pancakes over medium heat to prevent burning. You want them to cook through without the outside getting too dark.
9. Perfect Flip: Wait until you see bubbles forming on the surface of the pancake before flipping. This indicates that the bottom is cooked enough to hold its shape.
10. Serve Warm: Banana pancakes are best enjoyed warm. Serve them with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, honey, fresh fruit, or nuts.

Easy Banana Pancakes Recipe

Easy banana pancakes that combines the warmth of pancakes with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. You're in for a treat!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 2

Calories 538 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup baking flour
• ¼ cup melted butter
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 ripe banana medium or large
• ¼ tbsp salt
• 1 tbsp vanilla essence
• ⅓ cup milk

Instructions

 

• In a bowl, combine all the dry ingredients together – the baking flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Set aside.
  
• In another small bowl, mash the banana. Add all the wet ingredients to the mashed bananas – the egg, melted butter, vanilla essence, milk – combine.
  
• Gently pour in the dry ingredients mix into the wet ingredient mix. Mix to combine.
  
• Heat up a skillet or griddle over medium heat, grease skillet/griddle with cooking spray. Add the pancake batter using a measuring cup. Cook until you see bubbles break on the surface then flip it over and cook on the other side. Take out of skillet and serve.
  

Notes

*Be careful not to spray too much cooking oil/ spray on your griddle or skillet. Too much oil will make your pancakes come out looking soggy. 

*If you are cooking the pancakes using a skillet, it is better to cook them in batches. Do not overcrowd the skillet.

*You can freeze any leftovers. To reheat, warm them in the microwave.

 

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 538kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 8.72gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.251gMonounsaturated Fat: 6.374gTrans Fat: 0.931gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 1619mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 3.5gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 818IUVitamin C: 5.9mgCalcium: 574mgIron: 3.89mg

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