In this post I’m sharing how to make Banana Pancakes from Scratch.
It has been said that “Pancakes don’t make the world go ’round. Pancakes are what makes the ride worthwhile.” I have fond memories of pancakes and weekends. Pancakes are really easy to make from scratch too.
This week, I found myself with a couple of extra ripened bananas that I needed to use so that they didn’t go to waste. Banana Pancakes to the rescue! Pull out those mixing bowls and make a batch of pancakes this weekend.
“There is hardship in everything except eating pancakes.” ~ Charles Spurgeon
I can’t think of a better way to use up ripe bananas than to make a batch of easy banana pancakes. These pancakes are fluffy buttermilk pancakes with a hint of cinnamon and banana. It is your choice to top with real maple syrup or whipped cream.
The best pancakes begin with love. Throw in fifteen minutes of your time and you’ll have a breakfast that will make anyone happy. Weekends may never be the same again.
Tasty, Quick and Easy Banana Pancakes
“All you need is pancakes. Pancakes are all you need.” ~ John Lennon
Banana Pancakes from Scratch
Ingredients
- 1 Ripe Banana
- 1 Egg, beaten
- 2 tbs Granulated Sugar
- 1 c Buttermilk
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla
- 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1.5 c All Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- Pinch of Salt
- Ghee or Vegetable Oil, to coat griddle or skillet for cooking
- Optional Toppings: Sliced Banana, Maple Syrup, A pat of Butter or Whipped Cream
Banana Pancakes No Egg
Step 1: In a mixing bowl mash one ripe banana and combine with egg, sugar, buttermilk, vanilla and cinnamon.
In the Second Step: In a separate bowl combine flour, baking powder and salt.
Step 3: Next, add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir to combine. Do not over mix. Allow the batter to rest for five minutes.
Step 4: Preheat your oven to the warming setting to keep the cooked pancakes warm while you cook the rest of the batch. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat.
Step 4: Cook the pancakes in batches. Cook each pancake until the sides begin to set and you see bubbles begin to form on top, flip and cook the other side until set. The second side will not take nearly as long as the first when cooking, only about a minute.
Buttermilk Banana Pancakes
Serve warm with a pat of butter and maple syrup if desired with sliced bananas.
Fluffy Banana Pancakes
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Banana Pancakes from Scratch
A great way to use ripened bananas is in a stack of freshly made Banana Pancakes from scratch topped with warm maple syrup.
Ingredients
- 1 Ripe Banana
- 1 Egg, beaten
- 2 tbs Granulated Sugar
- 1 c Buttermilk
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla
- 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1.5 c All Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- Pinch of Salt
- Ghee or Vegetable Oil, to coat griddle or skillet for cooking
- Optional Toppings: Sliced Banana, Maple Syrup, A pat of Butter or Whipped Cream
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl mash one ripe banana and combine with egg, sugar, buttermilk, vanilla and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl combine flour, baking powder and salt.
- Next, add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir to combine. Do not over mix. Allow the batter to rest for five minutes.
- Preheat your oven to the warming setting to keep the cooked pancakes warm while you cook the rest of the batch. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the pancakes in batches. Cook each pancake until the sides begin to set and you see bubbles begin to form on top, flip and cook the other side until set. The second side will not take nearly as long as the first when cooking, only about a minute.
Notes
Hold cooked pancakes in the oven while you cook the rest of the batch
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Amount Per Serving: Calories: 400Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 314mgCarbohydrates: 65gFiber: 3gSugar: 21gProtein: 9g
Banana Pancakes with Banana Slices
Tips and Pancake Facts
- Use a cookie scoop or batter dispenser to make pancakes that are the same size.
- September 26th is National Pancake Day.
- Maple Syrup was originally used as a sweet drink when discovered by the Algonquin Indians.
- The first pancake recipe appeared in an English cookbook in the fifteenth century.
Other great recipes to use ripe bananas:
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The Better Baker
Sunday 29th of April 2018
WOW! These look, and sound, wonderful! I'm not a pancake lover, but flavors really draw me in. Printing and pinning for pure enjoyment soon!
Julia Jordan
Sunday 29th of April 2018
Thank you friend :)