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The Best Banana Pancakes

These Banana Pancakes are fluffy, sweet, and infused with warm spices! Perfect for breakfast or a cozy brunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large very ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • Chopped pecans for garnish (optional)
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Non-stick Skillet or Griddle
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, white sugar, cinnamon, brown sugar, and nutmeg.
  2. In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Then add the milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixtures together until just combined.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil.
  5. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook until golden brown.
  6. Remove pancakes from the skillet and keep warm in a low oven while cooking the remaining batches. Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and chopped pecans.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness and flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.