Classic Banana Pancakes

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Classic Banana Pancakes Recipe

These Classic Banana Pancakes are fluffy, moist, and bursting with natural sweetness from ripe bananas. A perfect breakfast option to start your day with a delicious, filling treat!

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 ¼ cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (for extra flavor)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

Step 2: Prepare the Wet Ingredients

  1. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth but slightly chunky. Add the mashed bananas and melted butter to the wet ingredients, stirring to combine.

Step 3: Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients

  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. It’s okay if the batter is a little lumpy—do not overmix.

Step 4: Cook the Pancakes

  1. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  3. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges start to set. Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown on both sides.

Step 5: Serve

  1. Stack the pancakes on a plate and serve with your favorite toppings, such as fresh banana slices, maple syrup, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Tips for Perfect Banana Pancakes

  • Banana Ripeness: The riper the banana, the sweeter your pancakes will be. Overripe bananas are ideal for a naturally sweet flavor.
  • Keep Pancakes Warm: To keep pancakes warm, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet in the oven at 200°F (90°C) while you finish cooking the rest.
  • Add-Ins: If you like, add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or even a handful of blueberries to the batter for extra flavor.

These Classic Banana Pancakes are a perfect way to enjoy the comforting flavors of banana in every bite!

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