Harpreet Kour Updated: Oct 21, 2024, 11:33 AM IST
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To make banana pancakes, mix dry ingredients like flour and baking powder with wet ingredients such as mashed bananas, egg, and milk. Let the batter rest, then cook it on a heated skillet until bubbles form and the pancakes turn golden. Flip and cook the other side until done. Serve with toppings like syrup, banana slices, or whipped cream for a tasty breakfast or brunch.
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Prepare the Dry Ingredients In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together to evenly distribute the ingredients and ensure there are no lumps. This will give your pancakes a fluffy texture. Set the bowl aside for now.
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Mix Wet Ingredients In another bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth. Add the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter to the mashed banana. Whisk until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth. The banana should be mashed well to prevent large chunks, which ensures even texture in the pancakes.
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Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula or whisk to gently mix them together, ensuring not to overmix. Stir until just combined. Overmixing can cause the pancakes to become dense, so a few small lumps are fine. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the baking powder and baking soda to activate, resulting in fluffier pancakes.
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Cook the Pancakes Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil. Once hot, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook the pancakes until bubbles start to form on the surface and the edges appear set (about 2-3 minutes). Flip the pancakes and cook the other side until golden brown, which will take another 1-2 minutes. Adjust the heat if needed to prevent burning.
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Serve and Enjoy Once all the pancakes are cooked, transfer them to a serving plate. You can keep them warm by placing them in a low-heat oven while finishing the rest of the batch. Serve your banana pancakes with your choice of toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh banana slices, nuts, or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
