Give your pancakes a twist with this Moist Banana Bread Pancakes recipe. If you like banana bread, you will love these pancakes. Same wholesome and comforting flavor but made into soft, moist, and fluffy pancakes!
Ingredients For Banana Bread Pancakes
- All-purpose flour
- Salt
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Overripe banana
- Egg
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Milk
- Butter
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Cooking spray
How To Make Moist Banana Bread Pancakes
- Combine the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium-sized bowl. Set aside.
- Mix the mashed banana, egg, sugar, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until well combined.
- Whisk the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined. Do not overmix. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and spray with cooking spray. Pour 1⁄3 cup batter into the skillet and cook until bubbles appear on the top and the sides are slightly dry and golden, about 2-3 minutes. Carefully flip the pancake with a spatula and cook on the other side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Serve hot.
Can These Pancakes Be Made Ahead Of Time?
Yes, you can make them ahead of time and then reheat them in the toaster or microwave for a quick breakfast.
Quick & Easy Banana Bread Pancakes
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cup
- Skillet or griddle
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅓ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 overripe large banana
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Combine the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium-sized bowl. Set aside.
- Mix the mashed banana, egg, sugar, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until well combined.
- Whisk the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined. Do not overmix. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and spray with cooking spray. Pour 1⁄3 cup batter into the skillet and cook until bubbles appear on the top and the sides are slightly dry and golden, about 2-3 minutes. Carefully flip the pancake with a spatula and cook on the other side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Overripe Bananas?
Absolutely! Overripe bananas are great for pancakes. If your bananas are overripe, you can use less sugar.
What If The Batter Is Too Thick?
If the batter is too thick, you can add a bit more milk until it reaches the right consistency.
Can I Add Chocolate To The Batter?
Sure! You can add chocolate chips to the batter, or place them on top of the pancake before flipping it.
How Do I Know When To Flip The Pancakes?
When bubbles appear on the top and the sides are slightly dry and golden brown, it is time to flip the pancakes.
Is It OK to Use A Different Type Of Flour?
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour or even a gluten-free blend and adjust the recipe to your dietary needs.
