Fluffy Banana Pancakes
Fluffy Banana Pancakes offer a quick, easy, and naturally sweet breakfast option with light, airy texture and versatile flavor customizations. Made from simple wholesome ingredients, these pancakes deliver deliciousness in under 20 minutes and are perfect for busy mornings or relaxed brunches.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 pancakes 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian (can be vegan with substitutions), Gluten-Free optional
Main Ingredients
- 2–3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for variation)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based for vegan option)
- 1 egg (or 1 flax egg for vegan version: 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water)
- 1 tablespoon sugar or honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking
- Butter or oil, for greasing the skillet
- Step 1: Mash the Bananas – Peel and mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth with some small chunks to add texture and natural sweetness to the pancakes.
- Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, egg (or flax egg), milk, vanilla extract, and sugar or honey if using, until well combined and smooth.
- Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients – In a separate bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution and maximum fluffiness.
- Step 4: Make the Batter – Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep pancakes light and fluffy.
- Step 5: Cook the Pancakes – Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour batter in preferred sizes, cook until bubbles form on top (about 2-3 minutes), flip, and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas with brown spots for best sweetness and moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter to preserve air bubbles for fluffiness.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to activate baking powder for extra rise.
- Cook pancakes over medium heat for even cooking and perfect golden color.
- Serve pancakes immediately for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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