Banana pancakes are a delightful and easy-to-make breakfast option. They’re naturally sweet and can be made with simple ingredients. Here’s a basic recipe along with some variations to try:
Basic Banana Pancakes Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions:
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; it’s okay if there are some lumps.
- Heat Pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, sliced bananas, berries, or whipped cream.
Variations
1. Banana Oat Pancakes:
- Replace 1/2 cup of flour with 1/2 cup of rolled oats.
- Blend the oats into a flour-like consistency before mixing with the other dry ingredients.
2. Banana Chocolate Chip Pancakes:
- Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the batter for a sweet treat.
3. Banana Nut Pancakes:
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans) to the batter for added crunch and flavor.
4. Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes:
- Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
5. Vegan Banana Pancakes:
- Replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water, let sit for 5 minutes).
- Use a non-dairy milk like almond milk and substitute melted coconut oil for the butter.
Tips
- Ripeness of Bananas: Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Consistency: If the batter is too thick, add a bit more milk to reach the desired consistency.
- Keep Warm: To keep pancakes warm while cooking the rest, place them on a baking sheet in a 200°F (93°C) oven.
Banana pancakes are a comforting and delicious way to start your day. Enjoy experimenting with different variations and toppings!
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