Description
Banana Pancakes are a fluffy, naturally sweet breakfast treat made with mashed ripe bananas and a few pantry staples. They’re perfect for a cozy morning and can be enjoyed plain, with maple syrup, or topped with fresh fruit and nuts.
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 large ripe banana, mashed
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1 egg
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¾ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons melted butter or oil (plus more for cooking)
Instructions
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Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar (if using), baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine the mashed banana, egg, milk, vanilla, and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
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Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix—lumps are okay.
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Cook pancakes: Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium heat. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2–3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
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Serve: Serve warm with syrup, extra banana slices, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
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For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
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You can add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for variation.
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Make it vegan by using plant-based milk, flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water), and oil instead of butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying / Griddle
- Cuisine: American