Banana Bread Pancakes are the perfect fusion of two beloved breakfast staples: the comforting flavors of banana bread combined with the light, fluffy texture of pancakes. These pancakes are packed with ripe bananas and warm spices, offering a naturally sweet, tender bite with a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for weekend brunch or a cozy morning at home, these pancakes can be topped with maple syrup, butter, or even a sprinkle of chopped nuts for extra crunch. It’s like enjoying a slice of banana bread, but in pancake form!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: maple syrup, chopped walnuts, sliced bananas
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the mashed bananas, milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, keeping the cooked pancakes warm in the oven if needed.
- Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, chopped nuts, or sliced bananas.
These Banana Bread Pancakes are a comforting, delicious way to start your day, offering all the flavors of banana bread in a fluffy, easy-to-make pancake!
