banana cakes

How to Make Banana Pancakes: A Simple Guide

Banana pancakes are a delicious, fluffy treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Here’s an easy recipe to get you started.

Ingredients:

- 1 ripe banana, mashed

- 1 cup all-purpose flour

- 2 tablespoons sugar

- 1 teaspoon baking powder

- ½ teaspoon salt

- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

- 1 large egg

- 2 tablespoons melted butter (or oil)

- Optional: ½ teaspoon vanilla extract for extra flavor.

Steps:

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, mash the banana, then add milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla (if using). Stir until smooth.

3. Blend together: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir *just until combined*—overmixing makes pancakes tough.

4. Cook: Heat a lightly greased pan or griddle over medium heat. Pour ¼-cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface (2–3 minutes), then flip and cook until golden (1–2 minutes more).

5. Serve: Enjoy warm with maple syrup, fresh berries, or a dollop of yogurt.

Variations:

- Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or cinnamon to the batter.

- For a vegan version, use flaxseed egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) and skip the egg.

- Make it extra fluffy by separating the egg and whisking the white before folding it in.

These pancakes are quick, versatile, and a great way to use ripe bananas. Happy cooking!