Description
These fluffy banana pancakes are a healthy and delicious breakfast made with ripe bananas, eggs, and a mix of almond and coconut flour. Sweetened naturally and easy to prepare, theyre perfect for starting your day right!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy)
- Butter or coconut oil for cooking
- Maple syrup or honey for serving
- Fresh fruit for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Mash the Bananas: Peel the ripe bananas and place them in a large mixing bowl. Mash until smooth with a few small lumps remaining.
- Add the Eggs: Crack the eggs into the bowl with the mashed bananas and whisk until well combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the banana and egg mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Add Vanilla and Milk: Pour in vanilla extract and milk, stirring until the batter is smooth. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
- Preheat the Pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Test readiness with a few drops of water.
- Add Butter or Oil: Coat the pan with a small amount of butter or coconut oil.
- Pour the Batter: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake, leaving space between them.
- Cook the Pancakes: Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Keep warm in a low oven if needed.
- Stack the Pancakes: Stack cooked pancakes on a plate, adding butter or coconut oil between layers if desired.
- Add Toppings: Drizzle with maple syrup or honey and add fresh fruit if desired.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy warm, optionally with yogurt or nuts.
- Store Leftovers: Cool leftovers completely, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and reheat as needed.
- Experiment with Variations: Customize with chocolate chips, nuts, or protein powder for added flavor and nutrition.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- Adjust the thickness of the batter with additional milk if necessary.
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings or mix-ins for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes