Fluffy Banana Pancakes

⏳ Prep Time: 5 minutes | ⏳ Cook Time: 10 minutes | 🍽️ Servings: 2 (Makes about 6 pancakes)

Description:

Start your morning with a stack of soft, fluffy banana pancakes that come together in just 15 minutes! Made with ripe bananas, simple ingredients, and no refined sugar, these pancakes are naturally sweet, packed with flavor and nutrients, and perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast. Serve them with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dollop of yogurt for a delicious morning treat! 🍌🥞

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat for a healthier option)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1 egg (or flaxseed egg for vegan option)
• 3/4 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon melted butter (or coconut oil)
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
2. Add egg, milk, vanilla extract, and honey/maple syrup, then whisk to combine.
3. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
5. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat and grease lightly with butter or oil.
6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
7. Serve warm with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Serving Suggestions & Variations:

• Add chocolate chips or blueberries to the batter for extra flavor.
• Swap honey for peanut butter for a protein-packed twist.
• Serve with a side of Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.