3 Ingredient Pancakes

5 from 166 votes

These 3 ingredient pancakes are delicious and so easy to prep. Perfect for busy mornings! They are dairy-free and will make a welcome addition to any brunch table!

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Making pancakes for breakfast has never been easier! These 3 ingredient pancakes take minutes to prep and they come out so wonderfully fluffy! These banana egg pancakes are dairy-free and are easily made gluten-free. The perfect start to the day!

3 Ingredient Pancakes on a plate topped with yogurt and raspberries
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What 3 ingredients do you need for the pancakes?

  • Banana: Use a very ripe banana for these pancakes. The riper they are the more sweetness they have and they also contain more nutrients than unripe ones. It’s a great way to use up any bananas you have!
  • Egg: The egg helps to bind the ingredients together. To make these vegan, you can use a flax egg or ¼ cup of applesauce.
  • Flour: I like to add just a little whole wheat flour, it really adds to the texture. The recipe will work well with other kinds of flour too, including gluten-free.
The 3 ingredients to make the pancakes

How do you make banana egg pancakes

  • Mash the banana and whisk in the egg and flour.
  • Place some of the batter on to a hot griddle. Cook until the edges firm up and then flip and cook the other side.
  • Repeat for the remaining batter and serve with your favorite toppings.
The ingredients mixed together in a white bowl

Tips for making banana egg pancakes

  1. Make them gluten-free by using oat flour or almond flour. You can even skip the flour entirely, but I think it gives it a much better texture.
  2. Use a ripe banana. We’re not adding any sweetener for making these banana egg pancakes, so make sure the banana is ripe to lend sweetness to the recipe and help to mash it well.
  3. Preheat the griddle before you add the batter. If the griddle isn’t hot, the pancakes will spread. Take care not to have it on too high a heat though, otherwise the outsides will over cook and the middle can still be raw.
  4. Make them your own! Finish these pancakes with your favorite toppings. I like to serve them coconut yogurt and raspberries, but use whatever you like. Chocolate sauce, strawberries and whipped cream are all good choices!

Frequently asked questions

Can you make them vegan?

These pancakes are dairy-free, but they contain egg so they are not vegan. I haven’t tried it, but I suspect you would be able to replace it with a flax egg and get great results.

Can you make them ahead of time?

These 3 ingredient pancakes are best enjoyed as soon as you’ve made them. If you do have leftovers though, they will keep covered in the fridge for about 3 days. You can reheat them for 1-2 minutes in the microwave or in the oven at 350F for 5 minutes until they are heated through.

Do we need to add milk to these pancakes?

No, there is no dairy in these pancakes! They still come out wonderfully fluffy and the egg and the banana contain enough moisture that you don’t need additional milk.

Three pancakes on a plate served with a fork

These banana egg pancakes are so perfect for those busy mornings. So quick and easy to make and they will keep you feeling full til lunch. With only 3 ingredients, what’s not to love?!

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3 Ingredient Pancakes

These 3 ingredient pancakes are delicious and so easy to prep. Perfect for busy mornings! They are dairy-free and will make a welcome addition to any brunch table!
5 from 166 votes
Servings 3 servings
Calories 72
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
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Ingredients
  

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mash a banana with a fork until smooth. Place the egg and flour in the bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Heat a nonstick griddle over medium-low heat. Spray with coconut oil cooking spray or leave the pan dry.
  • Pour ⅓ cup of the batter into the hot griddle. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the edges firm up and you can slide spatula under the pancake. Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the pancake is cooked through on the bottom. Repeat for the remaining batter. Recipe yields about 3 pancakes.
  • Serve immediately with topped with coconut yogurt and raspberries or any other toppings of choice.

Notes

Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 3-4 days in the fridge.
Freezing Instructions: Cool the pancakes, then place them between layers of wax paper, then place in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, place in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or in the oven at 350ºF until they’re hot and heated through, about 5-7 minutes.
Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However here are some common substitutes that would work well in this recipe.
  • I tested this recipe with a whole wheat white flour, but it will work with other all purpose flours.
  • To make this gluten-free, use an all-purpose gluten-free flour or omit it.

Nutrition

Calories: 72kcal, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 2g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 55mg, Sodium: 21mg, Potassium: 178mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 104IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 8mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.

Cuisine American
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
5 from 166 votes (148 ratings without comment)

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  1. Grace says:

    Delicious! The banana taste was very strong which I loved and the small list of ingredients is perfect 🙂

    1. Yumna J. says:

      So glad you enjoyed it, Grace!

  2. Angela says:

    I made these for myself this morning to use up a very ripe banana. I added a small pinch of salt and a large dash of cinnamon and topped with real maple syrup. What a treat! I will definitely be making these again. Super delicious and felt healthy. Thank you!

    1. Yumna J. says:

      You’re so welcome! Glad you liked them!

  3. mary Jane Austria says:

    i love pancake because its easy to prepare and no need much ingredients..i enjoy every meal plan to make it .. thank you for sharing your recipe godbless

    1. Yumna J. says:

      You’re so welcome!

  4. Julie says:

    This is our favorite version of these pancakes. The flour really does help give them a little more fluff or texture. I think it tastes great and is easier to cook. We’re about to make these again this morning! Thank you so much for sharing!

    1. Yumna J. says:

      You’re so welcome! I am honored that they made it onto your favorites list!

  5. Karen says:

    Could I use bananas that have been frozen for this or would that make the batter too runny?

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      I have yet to try that with this recipe! I think it could work, but I’d defrost the frozen bananas before using it.

  6. Jacqueline says:

    Great way to use over ripe bananas and tasty.

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      Thank you so much!

  7. Kathryn Thornton says:

    Help! Mine keep coming out wet in the middle, what am I doing wrong?

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      Was it not cooked long enough?

      1. Kathryn Thornton says:

        I’m not sure, I followed the instructions.. is it supposed to be wet bc of the banana? Maybe make it thinner in the pan?

        1. Yumna Jawad says:

          It will help to make them thinner! Or, you can also add some more flour to thicken it.

  8. Sheilla Frazier says:

    I was in the mood for pancakes (I’m also in my first trimester) so my cravings are already pancakes on Saturday’s , but I wanted something fast and simple so I automatically go to your website and there was the receipt for 3 ingredient pancakes & There tastebuds exploded! so easy to make & satisfying

    1. Yumna J. says:

      I’m so glad this hit the spot! Yay!!

  9. Bailasan says:

    I love this recipe so easy to do, very satisfying AND healthy. I just add some vanilla extract and some times will add chocolate chips or blueberries
    So good!

    1. Yumna J. says:

      I love that! Thank you so much!!

  10. Elma says:

    I tried them and they was so moist and the banana flavor was so yummy.

    I was wondering if I wanted to double the serving how can I adjust it?
    Or should I simply redo this twice?

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      So glad to hear it! If you want to double the recipe, you can double all the ingredients and add the batter all together.

  11. sue says:

    I just finished having this for lunch! .I saw this recipe posted on a Weight Watcher site. Instead of flour I use about 1 1/2 tablespoons of complete pancake and waffle mix. Often I’ll add some chopped nuts and chocolate chips to the batter. This is one of my favorite when I have ripe bananas 🍌

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      That’s awesome! I like that you use pancake mix instead of flour…that’s a great idea!

  12. Yumna Jawad says:

    They have a slight banana taste to them. You can use another fruit puree though like apples or pumpkin

  13. Payal says:

    So, we were out of our pancake mix and kids really wanted to eat pancakes. But i was in no mood to prepare pancake batter with 10 ingredients. We searched pancakes here and found this recipe. This is the easiest recipe ever. I made mini pancakes and my 2 year old devoured them. I think this is going to be our go to breakfast.

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      Oh that’s so awesome! Love that even your 2 year old devoured them!

  14. Alexandra says:

    So easy, quick and healthy. I used whole meal flour. Kids loved them! Thank you so much. I am so happy I found your blog! I found many great recipes already.

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      Yay, so happy to hear that! Thank you!

  15. Aya says:

    I tried out this recipe today for the first time, it was sooo yummy, i never expected it to turn out so great! The texture was just perfect and the taste was heavenly!! Would surely do it again, it’s soo easy to do and yet so goood! Loooved it!

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      I’m so glad to hear that! Thanks so much!

  16. Mariana says:

    Delicious!!!!

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      Yay! So glad to hear it!

  17. Anila says:

    My toddler & I had fun making them and devoured these yummy pancakes! 🙂

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      Yay, so happy to hear that. Thanks so much!!

  18. Lianne byrne says:

    Can’t wait it try this is it 72cals for 3 pancakes or use 1?

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      That’s the calories for each one 🙂

  19. Brinda Selvamanoharan says:

    Made These for my Little Miss because she LOVES FeelGoodFoodie recipes! And these did not disappoint! They were so yummy! And SO SO easy! Shaleena (2.5 yrs old) helps me in the kitchen all the time and I think she may be able to make these herself!!! Love them!!!!!!

  20. Haunani says:

    These pancakes are so amazing and my kids love them! I love your recipes! So inspiring ??? Aloha from Kauai, Hawaii!

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      Aww thank you so much! Glad the kiddos liked them!

  21. Syndie says:

    It was scrumptious! Thank you!

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      So glad to hear it! Thank you!

  22. Amanda says:

    I love how easy and simple it was…not fuss and came out fluffy and delicious. Love your blog.

    1. Yumna Jawad says:

      So glad you liked them. Thank you!