Banana Pancakes
Banana pancakes are the ultimate breakfast treat, combining the sweet flavor of ripe bananas with a fluffy texture. Each bite brings comfort and nostalgia, making them perfect for any occasion—from cozy family brunches to easy weeknight dinners. This simple recipe is quick to prepare, ensuring you can enjoy delicious pancakes without spending hours in the kitchen. Top them with maple syrup or fresh fruit for an irresistible start to your day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (about 4 pancakes) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup milk (any variety)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter or oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix milk, egg, and vanilla extract until frothy.
- Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil. Pour batter onto the skillet and cook until bubbles form on top; flip to cook the other side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg