Fluffy Banana Pancakes

These light & fluffy banana pancakes are made in one bowl and are the perfect Sunday morning breakfast or brunch.

Fluffy Banana Pancakes Ingredients

• All purpose flour: You can replace the all purpose flour with 1:1 gluten-free flour.
• Granulated sugar: You can use organic cane sugar, coconut sugar, or brown sugar!
• Banana: Make sure your bananas are extra-ripe and sweet. There is no substitution for this.
• Egg:
• Milk: you can use any milk in this recipe. The best milk to use for optimal flavor would be 2% milk or whole milk.
• Unsalted Butter: You can use coconut oil or the butter of your choosing
• Vanilla Extract: A must for any recipe

How to Make Banana Pancakes

This fluffy banana pancake recipe is easy as pie to make.

• Mix dry ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine your  flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined
• Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth. Add the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana, and whisk until thoroughly combined.
• Combine: Add the two mixtures together. Do not over-whisk.
• Cook pancakes: In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter on medium-low heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Once pancakes bubble on top, flip them, wait until cooked, and remove. Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm while you cook the remaining batter. 
• Serve, and enjoy!

Tips for the Perfect Pancakes

1. Preheat the pan: Preheat your skillet before the pancake batter. This helps with even cooking and prevents sticking.
2. Don’t stuff too much on the pan: Leave some space between your pancakes. This allows for the heat to be evenly distributed.
3. Avoid Overmixing: Mix the pancake batter until just combined. Over-mixing the batter can make them flat and tough.
4. Watch for bubbles: you’ll know when the pancakes are ready to flip when bubbles form on the surface

Toppings for Fluffy Banana Pancakes

• Fresh fruit: great for a nice breakfast spread
• Nut butter: drizzle creamy peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter on top of your pancakes
• Greek yogurt: Spoon a dollap of Greek yogurt on pancakes for some extra protein
• Nutella: Wanna add some chocolate fun to your pancakes?? Spread some nutella on top!
• Honey: Drizzle honwy over your pancakes for a natural sweetness.
• Coconut flakes: toasted coconut flakes adds a tropical taste to your stack
• Chocolate chips: Melty chocolate chips on a banana pancakes stack? Sign me up!!

FAQ

Why are my pancakes not fluffy?

If your pancakes came out rubbery, you may have over-mixed your batter. Make sure to combine liquid and dry ingredients just until they are incorporated.

Are banana pancakes healthy?

Banana pancakes are a healthier option as opposed to traditional pancakes. The ripe bananas sweeten the pancakes and offer potassium and fiber.

Can I freeze these pancakes?

You can easily freeze these fluffy banana pancakes and warm it up for a quick breakfast. Let the pancakes cool and lay them out in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag. Separate the pancakes by parchment paper or a baking sheet. Store them up for to 3 months. In order to reheat them, let them thaw, then warm them in the oven.

How can I store the pancakes?

Refrigerate leftover pancakes by placing them in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to four days.

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Fluffy Banana Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 ripe mashed banana
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 cup milk
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
• In a separate bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth. Add the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana, and whisk until combined.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
• Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or oil to grease the surface.
• Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Use the back of a spoon or a spatula to spread the batter into a round shape, if needed. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancakes and the edges begin to set, about 2-3 minutes.
• Carefully flip the pancakes with a spatula and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
• Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm while you cook the remaining batter. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as sliced bananas, maple syrup, honey, or chopped nuts.
• Serve these fluffy banana pancakes for breakfast or brunch, and enjoy the delicious, comforting flavor of ripe bananas in every bite!