Description
Fluffy banana pancakes are naturally sweet, easy to make, and customizable with nuts or chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a leisurely weekend treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or vegetable oil
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mash the banana until smooth. Add milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
Step 2: Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges start to set.
- Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 3: Serve and Enjoy
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, sliced bananas, nuts, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm in a toaster, oven (350°F for 5 minutes), or microwave (30 seconds).
- Customization: Add chocolate chips, nuts, or extra spices for variety.
- Vegan Option: Use a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water) and plant-based milk.
- Gluten-Free: Swap all-purpose flour for a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: banana pancakes, fluffy pancakes, easy breakfast, homemade pancakes, banana recipe