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Fluffy Banana Pancakes

Fluffy Banana Pancakes
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These Fluffy Banana Pancakes deliver soft, warm, and irresistibly moist pancakes with a tender texture and natural sweetness from ripe bananas. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, they make the perfect, fuss-free breakfast treat for the whole family.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 ripe bananas (with plenty of brown spots for maximum sweetness)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg (or flax/chia egg for vegan option)
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based for vegan)
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter (or vegan butter/oil for vegan)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Bananas: Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl until mostly smooth but with a few small lumps remaining to add texture to your pancakes.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the egg, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and optional sugar until fully blended and smooth.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, ensuring even distribution of the leavening agents and salt.
  4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and gently fold together. Add the mashed bananas last and stir just until combined—overmixing can make the pancakes tough.
  5. Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it. Pour batter in small rounds onto the surface. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
  6. Serve Warm: Stack pancakes high on a plate and top immediately with your favorite garnishes or toppings for best flavor and warmth.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter; gently folding keeps pancakes tender and fluffy.
  • Preheat your pan well to ensure even cooking and a nice golden crust.
  • Allow batter to rest for 5 minutes before cooking to let baking powder activate fully.
  • Test pan heat by flicking a few drops of water on it—if they dance and evaporate quickly, the pan is ready.

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