Banana Pancake

This Banana Pancake Recipe tastes like banana bread meets pancakes. Soft, fluffy, and pan fried in butter for that reliable finish.

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The Banana Pancakes I Wake Up Thinking About!

Usually when I have overly ripe bananas lying around, I save them for a reliable Chocolate Banana Muffins or cream cheese-frosted Banana Cupcakes.

However, with a family totally in love with pancakes (and all things breakfast), I knew it was time to create a recipe for Banana Pancakes.

After some testing, trial, and error, I’m so happy to have this recipe in my collection now. This pancake recipe is one of the best ways to use overripe bananas!

And when you don’t have overripe bananas, try these Chocolate Chip Pancakes or Blueberry Pancakes instead.

Ingredients

Ingredient	Swaps or Tips
Ripe banana	The spottier the banana, the better the flavor
Unsalted butter	Salted butter works, just reduce added salt
Whole milk	2 percent milk also works
White vinegar	Combine with milk to create your own tangy “DIY” buttermilk
Egg	Use room temp for smoother mixing
All purpose flour	Spoon and level to avoid dense pancakes
Baking powder and soda	Make sure both are fresh

Quick Tip

If you don’t like mashing bananas with a fork, try using an electric hand mixer to quickly mash overripe bananas.

How To Make This Banana Pancake Recipe

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine dry ingredients in a bowl.
2. Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together wet ingredients.
3. Make Batter: Add dry ingredients on top of wet, mix until just combined.
4. Cook Pancakes: Heat a greased griddle. Pour batter and cook until bubbles form. Flip.
5. Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite toppings like syrup, bananas and whipped cream!

Banana Pancake Recipe Tips

• Room Temp Milk: Pop it in the microwave to quickly bring to room temp.
• Lumpy Batter is Okay: Stir just until combined to keep pancakes tender.
• Rest the Batter: Let it stand at room temp for 5-10 minutes to let the flour absorb the liquid.
• Use a Griddle: An electric griddle works best, especially if you make pancakes often.
• Watch Temp: Adjust the heat as needed to prevent over-browning. Add more butter if needed.

Quick Tip

Just like in most baking recipes, it’s important that all wet ingredients are at the same temperature. This ensures that the butter mixes smoothly without hardening or clumping in the batter. I discuss this in detail in my Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins post.

Use Leftover Over-Ripe Bananas In:

Breakfast

Banana Crepes

Desserts

straightforward Banana Bread Recipe

Desserts

Banana Pudding Recipe

Pies

Banana Cream Pie Recipe

What Toppings Go Well With Banana Pancakes?

• My family (myself included) loves topping these pancakes with this Vanilla Sauce.
• Another favorite of mine is Buttermilk Syrup.
• If you’re not up for making a separate syrup, maple syrup or regular pancake syrup also work great.
• It is satisfying to spreading peanut butter or almond butter on top if I’m skipping syrup.
• Other great options: yogurt, fresh berries, banana slices, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

What Goes With Banana Pancakes?

• Bacon or sausage: The saltiness goes well with the sweet flavor of the pancakes.
• Eggs: Serve any way you like them for a high-protein side.
• Hash browns: A great savory side to balance the sweetness.
• Yogurt Parfait: Get some fiber and protein on the side.
• Smoothies or fresh juices: Go big on the banana theme with this Banana Smoothie!