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The Ultimate Fluffy Banana Pancakes: Master the Perfect Stack Using Overripe Bananas

Close-up of a stack of four fluffy banana pancakes with golden-brown, caramelized edges.
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Make incredibly fluffy banana pancakes using overripe bananas. This easy recipe comes together quickly, offering naturally sweet comfort food perfect for any morning.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large, very ripe bananas, mashed well
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or oat flour for a healthy variation)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, if bananas are not very sweet)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or oil, plus more for the griddle

Instructions

  1. Combine the mashed bananas and eggs in a medium bowl. Whisk until just combined.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and optional sugar.
  3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine for maximum fluffiness.
  4. Stir in the milk and melted butter or oil. Mix briefly until incorporated.
  5. Heat a non-stick griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil.
  6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the hot griddle. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.
  7. Flip carefully and cook the second side until golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For maximum fluffiness, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking. Do not stir the batter again after resting.
  • To make these healthy banana pancakes, substitute all-purpose flour with oat flour.
  • For Banana Pancakes For Two, halve all ingredient quantities and aim for 4 medium pancakes.
  • If you want 3 Ingredient Pancakes, omit the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, milk, and extra fat. Mix 2 ripe bananas and 2 eggs well and cook immediately. These will be denser but very quick.
  • If you do not have overripe bananas, you can slightly mash a yellow banana and add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract for flavor.

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