Banana Pancakes

Banana Pancakes

An excellent way to use those overripe bananas! These pancakes have the delightful flavor of banana bread but come in a soft, fluffy, and syrup-covered form. They’re truly delicious!

Servings: 12 pancakes

Ingredients

  • 1 and 1/4 cups (295 ml) of milk
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of lemon juice or plain vinegar
  • 1 and 1/2 cups (212 grams) of all-purpose flour (measure by scooping and leveling)
  • 2 tablespoons (24 grams) of granulated sugar
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (optional)
  • A heaping 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 3 tablespoons (42 grams) of melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 and 1/4 cups (310 grams) of mashed overripe bananas

Instructions:

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the milk and lemon juice or vinegar. Let it rest for 3 minutes.
  2. Preheat an electric griddle or a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Create a well in the center of the mixture and set it aside.
  4. To the milk mixture, add the eggs, melted butter, and mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
  5. Pour the milk mixture into the center of the flour mixture. Whisk just until combined; the batter should be lumpy, which is a good sign (it means it’s not over-mixed).
  6. Scoop 1/3 cup of batter at a time and pour it onto a lightly greased griddle. If the batter is thick, you can spread it out slightly using the bottom of the measuring cup.
  7. Cook until bubbles start to appear on the top surface and the bottom is golden brown. Flip the pancakes and continue cooking until the opposite side is golden brown.
  8. Transfer the pancakes to a cooling rack. If needed, you can keep them warm in a 200-degree Fahrenheit oven, though they are fluffiest when served immediately after cooking.
  9. Serve the warm pancakes with your choice of toppings.

Notes:

  • You can substitute buttermilk for milk and lemon.
  • For extra flavor, try adding toppings like mini chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter, chopped pecans, walnuts, macadamia nuts, or shredded coconut.
  • Finish with your favorite syrup, such as coconut syrup, buttermilk syrup, or maple syrup. Keep in mind that any additional mix-ins and toppings are not included in the nutrition estimate.

 

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Banana bread pancakes are the perfect breakfast treat, combining the flavors of delicious banana bread with the fluffy goodness of pancakes. They are typically made by adding mashed ripe bananas and some of the signature banana bread spices, such as cinnamon and nutmeg, to the pancake batter. Some recipes also include chopped walnuts for extra texture and flavor. Once cooked, these pancakes can be drizzled with maple syrup or topped with more banana slices and a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent experience. Enjoying banana bread pancakes is like having the taste of banana bread in a convenient and satisfying pancake form.

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