Description
These fluffy banana pancakes are a quick and easy breakfast treat, made with mashed overripe bananas for natural sweetness and a hint of cinnamon for warmth. Soft and tender, they’re perfect topped with fresh banana slices and maple syrup for a classic breakfast experience.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup mashed overripe banana (about 1 ½ large)
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk
For Cooking and Serving
- Cooking spray (for greasing the pan)
- Banana (sliced, for serving)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to ensure they are evenly combined and aerated for fluffy pancakes.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a larger bowl, beat the mashed banana and egg together until well blended. Then whisk in the milk until the mixture is combined smoothly.
- Make the Batter: Gradually whisk the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture. The batter will be slightly lumpy, which is ideal for fluffy pancakes.
- Preheat Pan: Heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat and lightly spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- Cook Pancakes: Using a ⅓-cup measuring cup, pour 3 to 4 circles of batter into the pan. Cook until the pancakes are puffed on top and golden brown on the bottom, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Flip and Finish: Flip the pancakes carefully and cook the other side until they have risen fully and are cooked through, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Serve: Stack the pancakes and serve immediately topped with banana slices and maple syrup for a delicious, comforting breakfast.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- To make the pancakes dairy-free, substitute milk with almond, soy, or oat milk.
- Aluminum-free baking powder is recommended for better taste and health considerations.
- For fluffier pancakes, avoid overmixing the batter; some lumps are okay.
- Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning or undercooking the pancakes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
