Banana Pancakes - Ripe bananas are mashed right into the batter, creating pancakes that are naturally sweet, moist, and fluffy with a subtle banana flavor throughout. They cook up golden brown with tender interiors. This is a delicious way to use up overripe bananas for a special weekend breakfast.
Banana Pancakes - Banana pancakes were my solution to overripe bananas when banana bread felt like too much commitment. The 25-minute start-to-plate time means I can have them on a weekday. The mashed bananas make them naturally sweet and tender without extra sugar. My kids call them "tiger pancakes" because of the speckles. They're our Saturday morning tradition.
Dietary Notes
- ✓ Kid-Friendly
- ✓ Use Up Ripe Bananas
- ✓ Fluffy Texture
- ✓ Weekend Breakfast
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Why You'll Love This
- Natural Sweetness: Ripe bananas reduce added sugar.
- Moist & Fluffy: Bananas keep the pancakes tender.
- Simple Ingredients: Pantry staples come together quickly.
- Family Favorite: A surefire hit for all ages.
Banana Pancakes
👩🍳 Author: Chef Nour
⏰ Prep Time: 10min
❄️ Cool Time: 0
🔥 Cook Time: 15min
🥨 Yield: 4
🍞 Method: Griddle
🌾 Diet: Vegetarian
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large ripe bananas
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp sugar
Ingredient Notes:
- All-purpose flour Flour provides structure for fluffy pancakes. Do not overmix or pancakes become tough.
- Baking powder Baking powder creates lift and airy texture. Fresh baking powder is key for fluffy banana pancakes.
- Salt Salt balances sweetness and improves flavor. Even a little makes pancakes taste better.
- Ripe bananas Ripe bananas add natural sweetness and strong banana flavor. The riper they are, the sweeter the pancakes.
- Milk Milk hydrates batter for smooth mixing. Adjust slightly if batter feels too thick.
- Large egg Egg binds and adds tenderness. It helps pancakes cook evenly and hold their shape.
- Melted butter or vegetable oil Fat keeps pancakes tender and helps browning. Butter adds flavor; oil keeps them extra soft.
- Vanilla extract Vanilla boosts sweet aroma and complements banana. It makes pancakes taste more like a bakery breakfast.
- Sugar (optional) Only needed if bananas are not very sweet. Keep low so banana flavor stays the star.
Instructions
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1In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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2In a separate medium bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until mostly smooth with some small lumps. Whisk in the milk, egg, melted butter, vanilla, and sugar (if using).
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3Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until just combined. The batter will be thick and lumpy - do not overmix.
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4Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
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5For each pancake, pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the hot griddle. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
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6Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown on the second side and cooked through.
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7Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F oven while you finish the batch. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 230
Protein 6g
Carbs 38g
Fiber 2g
Sugar 9g
Fat 7g
Sodium 320mg
Potassium N/A
Serving Suggestions
Serve pancakes stacked high with pats of melting butter between them. Drizzle with maple syrup and sprinkle with chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. Fresh banana slices and a dusting of powdered sugar make an extra special garnish. Serve with crispy bacon or sausage on the side.
How to Store?
Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster, toaster oven, or in a skillet over medium heat. They freeze very well for up to 2 months. Place cooled pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze, then transfer to a freezer bag. Reheat from frozen in a toaster or oven.
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