Description
This easy banana pancakes recipe delivers fluffy, flavorful pancakes made with ripe bananas, buttermilk, and a touch of vanilla. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast or a cozy brunch, these pancakes combine classic ingredients with a subtle sweetness and a tender texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re a delicious way to start your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (measured correctly)
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 medium bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For Cooking
- 2 Tbsp olive oil (divided, to sauté)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution. Create a well in the center to prepare for the wet ingredients.
- Mash Bananas: Using a fork, mash the bananas until they reach a chunky applesauce consistency, providing natural sweetness and moisture to the batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, mashed bananas, and melted butter until smooth and fully combined.
- Make Batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently whisk just until combined. Avoid overmixing; the batter should remain lumpy to keep pancakes tender.
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Heat a cast iron or nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat (about 350ËšF). Grease the cooking surface with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Using a 1/4-cup scoop, pour batter onto the heated pan, spacing pancakes at least an inch apart. Cook for about 2 minutes on the first side until bubbles form and begin to pop on the surface. Flip with a spatula and cook for another 2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Add remaining olive oil as needed between batches.
- Serve Warm: Serve the pancakes immediately while warm, optionally with toppings like syrup, fresh fruit, or butter.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes light and fluffy.
- Medium heat (350ËšF) is essential to avoid burning while ensuring pancakes cook through.
- You can substitute the buttermilk with a mixture of milk and lemon juice or vinegar if you don’t have buttermilk on hand.
- Ensure bananas are ripe for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Use a cast iron or nonstick skillet for best results and easy flipping.
