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Banana Pancakes - Fluffy, Comforting, and Easy

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large ripe bananas (the spottier, the better)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or a 1:1 gluten-free blend)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond/oat milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (or neutral oil), plus more for the pan
  • Optional add-ins: chocolate chips, chopped walnuts or pecans, blueberries
  • Optional toppings: maple syrup, sliced bananas, yogurt, peanut butter, honey

Method
 

  1. Mash the bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth. A few small lumps are fine.
  2. Whisk the wet ingredients: Add the egg, milk, vanilla, and melted butter to the bananas. Whisk until combined.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Combine gently: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix. A few streaks of flour are okay and will hydrate as the batter rests.
  5. Rest the batter: Let the batter sit for 5 minutes. This helps the baking powder activate and makes fluffier pancakes.
  6. Preheat the pan: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil. The surface is ready when a drop of water sizzles.
  7. Portion and cook: Scoop 1/4 cup of batter per pancake. If using add-ins like chocolate chips or blueberries, sprinkle them on now. Cook until bubbles form on top and the edges look set, about 2–3 minutes.
  8. Flip and finish: Flip gently and cook another 1–2 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
  9. Serve warm: Stack on plates and add your favorite toppings—maple syrup and extra banana slices are classic.