Start your day off right with a stack of fluffy banana pancakes! This recipe is simple, quick, and bursting with flavor. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, family, or friends, these pancakes are sure to please everyone at the breakfast table.
Why Banana Pancakes?
Bananas are a fantastic addition to pancakes. Not only do they add natural sweetness, but they also bring moisture and a wonderful flavor that pairs perfectly with maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt. Plus, they’re a great way to use up overripe bananas sitting on your counter!
The Perfect Breakfast Choice
These pancakes are incredibly versatile. You can enjoy them plain, topped with fresh fruit, or even drizzled with nut butter for an extra protein boost. They make for a satisfying breakfast that will keep you full and energized throughout the morning.
Easy to Make
The best part about banana pancakes is how easy they are to prepare. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up a delicious batch in no time. Simply mash the bananas, mix with your other ingredients, and cook on a hot pan. It’s that simple!
This recipe is great for the kids to get involved and help as the measurements aren’t too sensitive:
- Too much flour? The pancakes will spread less and be a little taller.
- Got a bit excited with the sugar? Serve with a little less maple syrup…
- Slipped with the milk? The pancakes will spread more and be a little thinner.
- Forgot the butter? Don’t worry, they’ll just be a a bit less “cakey”.
Customization Galore
Feel free to get creative! Add chocolate chips for a sweet treat, sprinkle in some cinnamon for warmth, or toss in nuts for added crunch. You can also substitute some of the flour with oats for a heartier pancake. The options are endless!
Serve and Savor
Once your pancakes are cooked to golden perfection, stack them high and serve with your favorite toppings. Maple syrup, honey, fresh berries, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar all make great additions. Enjoy them with a cup of coffee or tea for the perfect breakfast experience.
Make sure you check out Vegan Pancakes – Light and Fluffy with No Special Ingredients! for a vegan alternative.
Banana Pancakes
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Frypan
- cup measures
- whisk
- Spatula
- teaspoon measures
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup self-raising flour
- 1 tsp bicarb soda
- 4 tbsp sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 small bananas about 120g
- 1 egg
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vinegar
- butter or oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat a frypan over medium heat.
- Whisk the 1 ¼ cup self-raising flour, 1 tsp bicarb soda, 4 tbsp sugar and 1 pinch salt in a mixing bowl, then make a well in the center.
- Mash the 2 small bananas in a bowl, then add the 1 egg and ¾ cup milk.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until combined.The batter may still have small lumps, they'll cook out.
- Add the 2 tbsp melted butter and 1 tsp vinegar, whisking briefly to combine.
- Once the pan is up to temperature, add a little butter or oil to the frypan and scoop ⅓ cup of batter into the fry pan.You can use the base of the measuring cup to spread the mix out if needed.
- Cook the pancake until bubbles have popped and the top looks slightly darker or dryer, about 2 ½ minutes.
- Flip the pancake over a cook until golden, about 1 minute.
- Keep pancakes warm in the oven while cooking the rest. Serve with butter, maple syrup and fresh fruit.
