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Fluffy, homemade banana pancakes! Need I say more? There’s nothing like a delicious, fluffy stack of pancakes in the morning (or evening!). And these banana pancakes are some of the best around! They’re easy to make and taste amazing with a little bit of cinnamon and banana flavor. Not only does the banana add flavor, but it also adds moisture and natural sweetness. These pancakes are sure to be a hit with the whole family!
If you love bananas and pancakes and you’ve yet to combine the two, you’re in for a real treat! These banana pancakes are fluffy, flavorful, and oh-so-delicious. Give them a try, and let me know what you think!
why you’ll love this fluffy banana pancakes recipe
- Fluffy and moist. No one likes a dry pancake that’s dense and heavy. These banana pancakes are light, fluffy, and moist. They’re the perfect texture!
- Easy to make. This recipe is super simple and comes together in just a few minutes. You don’t need any fancy ingredients or gadgets – just a bowl, a whisk, and a frying pan!
- Full of flavor. These pancakes are subtly sweet, with a hint of banana and cinnamon flavor. They’re not too overwhelming, but they’re just right.
- The perfect breakfast (or dessert!). These pancakes make the perfect breakfast or dessert. Serve them up with some fresh fruit, syrup, and a dollop of whipped cream for a real treat!
- Great for meal prep! These pancakes freeze well, so they’re perfect for meal prep. Make a batch on the weekend and enjoy them all week long!
Ingredients to make homemade banana pancakes
- Banana: The riper the banana, the sweeter the pancakes will be. If you like a little less sweetness, you can use a less ripe banana.
- Cinnamon: Cinnamon is optional, but I love the flavor it adds to these pancakes. If you’re not a fan of cinnamon, you can leave it out.
- Flour: All-purpose flour works great for this recipe. If you’re looking for a gluten-free option, you can substitute almond flour or oat flour.
- Egg: One egg is all you need to bind the ingredients together and make these pancakes nice and fluffy.
- Baking powder: This is what gives the pancakes their lift and helps them to puff up.
- Salt: A little bit of salt helps to balance out the sweetness and bring out the flavors.
- Milk: I like to use cow’s milk, but any kind of milk will work. You can even use water if you’re looking for a dairy-free option.
How to make the best banana pancakes
Making banana pancakes from scratch is easier than you might think! Plus, you are in control of the ingredients and don’t have to worry about added fillers from pancake mix.
Mix Batter
- In a large bowl, mash your bananas.
- Beat the banana and egg together until blended.
- Whisk in the milk until combined.
- Then whisk in the dry ingredients. The batter will be slightly lumpy.
Cook banana Pancakes
- Heat a large nonstick pan. Pour 3-4 circles of batter into the pan.
- Cook until the pancakes are puffed on top and golden brown on the bottom.
Tips for making the best banana pancakes
- Let your pan heat up. One way to ensure that your pancakes are light and fluffy is to make sure your pan is hot enough when you pour the batter in. The best way to know if your pan is ready is to flick a few drops of water into the pan. If the water sizzles when it hits the pan, you’re good to go!
- Use super ripe bananas. All the sweetness from this recipe comes from the banana, so it’s important to use the ripest bananas possible. The ideal bananas are heavily spotted and very soft to the touch.
- Ripen bananas faster. Here’s a hack to quickly ripen bananas. You can microwave them at 15-second intervals until they soften. They will become warm in the microwave, though, so make sure they get a chance to cool off before you stir them into the egg—you don’t want scrambled eggs!
- Don’t overmix the batter. Mix just until the flour is absorbed—you don’t want to overwork the gluten in the flour which will make your pancakes tough.
popular substitutions & additions
- Add chocolate chips. If you want to make these pancakes even more delicious, add in some chocolate chips! I like to use mini chocolate chips, so they’re evenly distributed throughout the pancake, but feel free to use whatever kind you have on hand.
- Add blueberries. Blueberries are another great addition to these pancakes! They’ll burst in your mouth with every bite.
- Add nuts. For a little bit of crunch, add in some chopped nuts. I like to use pecans or walnuts, but you can use whatever kind you like best.
- Use a different kind of milk. If you’re looking for a non-dairy option, you can use almond milk, cashew milk, or even coconut milk.
what to serve with your fluffy banana pancakes
how to store & reheat banana pancakes
These pancakes are best served fresh, but if you have leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
Reheat them in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or in a pan over low heat until warmed through.
How long will banana pancakes last in the fridge?
Stored in an airtight container, these pancakes will last in the fridge for up to four days.
can i freeze banana pancakes?
Yes! You can freeze banana pancakes for up to three months. When you’re ready to eat them, thaw overnight in the fridge and then reheat as desired.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can make these pancakes without eggs by substituting the egg for a flax egg. To make a flax egg, mix together one tablespoon of ground flaxseed meal with three tablespoons of water. Let it sit for about five minutes so it can thicken, then add it to the batter in place of the egg.
There are a few reasons why your pancakes might not be fluffy. First, make sure your pan is hot enough before adding the batter. You should also make sure you’re not overmixing the batter—mix just until the flour is absorbed. Finally, check that your baking powder is fresh—if it’s not, your pancakes will be dense.
To make these pancakes gluten-free, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend instead of the regular flour. I like to use Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free All-Purpose Baking Flour, but you can use whatever brand you like best.
These banana pancakes are so easy to make and only require a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. The next time you’re looking for a delicious, satisfying breakfast (or dessert!), give these fluffy banana pancakes a try. You won’t be disappointed!
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Fluffy Banana Pancakes
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Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder aluminum-free
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup banana ripe, mashed (about 1 ½ large)
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk
- Banana sliced, for serving
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. In another, larger bowl, beat the banana and egg together until blended. Whisk in the milk until combined, then whisk in the dry ingredients. The batter will be slightly lumpy.
- Heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Using a ⅓-cup measuring cup, pour 3-4 circles of batter into the pan. Cook until the pancakes are puffed on top and golden brown on the bottom, 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook on the other side until risen and cooked through, 1-2 minutes more. Makes 8 pancakes.
- Serve with banana slices and maple syrup.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
I’ve tried a lot of banana pancake recipes and this one isn’t it.
So sorry to hear that. I’m curious—was there something specific you disliked?
I did not expect these to be so good!
So easy too!
Aww, thank you! So happy you liked them, Danielle!!
The kids said it’s sour. It’s the baking powder overpowers the recipe. I’d change that to 3 teaspoon of baking powder.
Oh no! So sorry your kids found it too sour. Did you make sure to use aluminum-free baking powder?
Perfect banana pancakes! My husband and daughter ate the entire batch I made! They couldn’t get enough. I did spice it up a bit with my usuals, but this is the perfect recipe! So simple and they turn out perfect every time. Thanks so much!!!
That’s awesome! So happy they loved the recipe!! Thanks, Monica!
Too much baking powder flavor. Tried it once as the recipe mentioned, and they tasted horrible…then tried with half the amount and it was perfect. If your bananas aren’t very ripe you would definitely add sugar…
Thanks for the feedback, Priscilla. Did you make sure to use aluminum-free baking powder? That may have affected the flavor.
Absolutely amazing. I accidentally ordered 3 bunches of bananas instead of 3 single bananas and has them sitting in my frig. My 3 year old son and husband loved them! I use almond milk and a smiley face pancake skillet for extra flare!
Love that! Smiley face pancakes are the best kind!! So happy you found a use for all those extra bananas. Thanks so much, DeAna!!
The best and easiest pancake recipe if you love banana! Yummmmm
So happy you liked it!! Thank you!
Delicious pancakes. Highly recommend. My 3 kids 3, 5 and 7 nearly finished a double batch.
Yay! So happy they all loved them! Thanks, Stephanie!!
Wow. Can’t believe how delicious these are. Really sweet, with no added sugar . Substituted 1 cup of AP flour with 1/3 cup coconut flour. Even better 😁
Thanks, Stacy!! So happy you liked them!
I’m suspicious of a fat-free pancake recipe, but let’s try it!
Update: turned out pretty great! No leftovers, so that’s telling. I always make mini pancakes, so we each had about 9. Used a drop of veggie oil for each batch.
Aww, so happy you liked how they turned out!! Thanks, Jo!
These came together so fast and were a simply delicious use of the ignored banana we had on the counter. We’ll definitely be making these again! 🙂
Yay!! So happy you liked them and got to use that ripened banana in a positive way!
Made as is with no maple syrup on top and was very disappointed. After trying the first piece, it was bland with a strong taste of the powder and I didn’t even use the full measure so 1TB would’ve been way too much! I mixed the bowl some more and checked to see if the powder was expired, it wasn’t – 5/2025 exp date, GF and Al-free. Second piece, same. I added the other half piece banana amongst other things. I trusted the “ripe” note and used fairly spotty bananas, didn’t wait for very ripe bananas [I should’ve]. I’m sure if it had fruit preserves dripping off of it and other foods alongside it I wld rate it higher but pancakes should not require accoutrements.
Thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it. The ripeness of the banana definitely affects the sweetness and flavor of the pancakes. So sorry to hear you didn’t like the recipe as is.
I added a table spoon and a half of sugar… Got them perfect. 😏
So glad you liked them, Joseph! Thank you!!
Fluffy and delicious! I used unsweetened oat milk and added a Tbs sugar and blueberries. So good! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Yum, your tweaks sound great!! So happy you liked it, Barb! Thanks!!
Hi! If I don’t have aluminum free baking powder can I use regular baking powder? Thank you!
I recommend using aluminum-free baking powder so that your pancakes don’t end up with a metallic, bitter after-taste. Feel free to try it yourself but that’s my experience when using baking powder that isn’t aluminum free. Hope that helps!
I had some organic ripened bananas that I just didn’t want to throw away. I happened to come across your recipe and made these delicious, fluffy pancakes. I drizzled them with a little maple syrup and ate them for dessert 😋 I’ll definitely be making them again and again.
Yay! So happy you liked them, that’s amazing! Thank you!!
I made these for my children. Too much baking powder made them fluffy but they tasted soapy. Kids said, made their tongue feel funny.
Oh no! How much baking powder did you use? And was it aluminum free?
Amazing pancakes, my toddler ate every bite! I had some too and they are definitely going to be a repeat recipe, especially if we have bananas that need to be used up. I do recommend spreading the batter a bit as you’re pouring it. My first couple were too thick and not cooking all the way through (those are always the test ones anyway…right?) Made a double batch to freeze for later.
So happy you and your toddler liked them!! Great tip, thank you for sharing!
Great pancakes! Thank you 😊
You’re welcome! So happy you liked them!!
So good! Just made them for Sunday morning breakfast for the family – crowd pleaser!
Yay! So happy your family loved them!! Thanks, Lucy!
Your pancakes look delicious, but there’s no measurements for the recipe. I will not attempt to make it without the proper measurements. Also please tell me how many servings I can make with the measurements you provide
Hi Tony, the recipe card with the full instructions, ingredient measurements, serving size info, etc. is at the bottom of the post. You can scroll all the way down (right above the comments) or click ‘jump to recipe’ to go directly there. Hope that helps!
I added a little brown sugar, my grandkids love them! Thank you!
Love that! So happy your grandkids like them!!
I followed the recipe as instructed. Precise measurement. The pancake did not form. It was the same exact measured ingredients. Such a waste of time and money.
So sorry to hear the recipe didn’t work for you, Daniel. What do you mean when you say the pancake didn’t form? Did it spread out too much when you put it on the pan?
In the recipe it said we can substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour to make it healthier. I did that with the same measurement. It didn’t form to the point where the bottom is cooked already but if I flip the pancake, it will get collapse. If I let it cook longer to make it form, it will burn the bottom side. I retried and let it cook longer which burned the bottom but when I flip it, it still isn’t formed and it still collapsed. I’m cooking at the lowest setting already which also took longer time. I tried adding almond flour, it still didn’t form. I added all-purpose flour and it formed better. Maybe we can’t substitute all-purpose to almond flour?
Thank you so much for the additional notes, Daniel, they’re really helpful. It might be the almond flour, I’m going to look into retesting. I appreciate you bringing this to my attention!
Made these for my daughters and their friends, it was an absolute hit! Can I make the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge?
I don’t recommend keeping the batter in the fridge with the bananas, as they oxidize pretty quickly and turn brown. Without bananas, it should keep for 2-4 days! The batter also freezes well (with the bananas included). Hope that helps!!
This banana pancakes recipe was a hit with my grandchildren. I made a double batch and I only have 4 left! I am definitely making this recipe again.
Aww, that’s great to hear!! Thank you for sharing! So happy it was a hit with your grandkids!!
Sooooo delicious and easy! I made a lovely stewed strawberry sauce to go on top, it was so tasty! Thank you so much!
Yum, I bet that strawberry sauce was so good on top!! So happy you liked it, thank you!
I never really leave reviews on recipes however this one really impressed me! I love that these have no added sugar & my kids and husband loved these!
Aww yay! So glad you and your family liked them, Michelle! Thanks!
Great pancakes, however I only use 3/4 tablespoon baking powder and 1/5 milk
So glad you liked them!
Fluffy and spot on proportions. Substituted cream instead of half of the milk portion
Yay! So glad you liked them!! Thank you!
Where are the grams here!
No grams, I live in the U.S. and use the imperial system. So sorry!
best banana pancake recipe ever!!
Aww, so glad you like it! Thank you!
This is by far the easiest and the most delicious pancake recipe I have ever come across. I have been making them for over a year and it never fails. No added sugar for hidden calories so I can easily add the calories count with the amount of syrup or honey or PB or jam I indulge with the pancake. I have even substituted the banana with store-bought baby food and it works too. Gives me great energy before a morning run!
Yay, so happy you love it!! The store-bought baby food is a great trick, thanks for sharing!
Please may I ask if the estimated calories is based on 100g weight of cooked pancake?
Hi there! The nutrition information is based on 1 serving, which is 2 pancakes.
I have been on vegan/vegetarian diet for almost 7 years and tried many many banana pancakes but I seriously mean that this is the fluffiest, softest, most tasty pancakes ever.
Aww, that makes me so happy to hear! Thank you so much!!
These were AMAZING! So simple and easy! I was trying to figure out what to do with two very ripe bananas and make it a part of breakfast for my baby and me. Subbed with oat milk and added chocolate chips, soooooooo so good and easy to freeze and reheat on the go! Thank you, Yumna ❤️
Yay, so happy you liked them! Thanks, Shan!!
These pancakes were so delicious! I substituted with almond milk and added a splash of vanilla! My husband said these were better than any other pancakes I’ve ever made!
Wow, thank you!! So happy you both loved the recipe!
I will say these were fluffy, but also quite bland. The baking powder (aluminum free) was overpowering and even adding vanilla and a little extra cinnamon didn’t help much. I will definitely try again with less baking powder and also some sugar. I don’t use syrup but I’m sure that helps.
Thanks for the feedback, Lucy. So sorry they didn’t come out how you expected.
Hi Yumna, I just want to say that my husband told me they were the best pancakes I’ve ever made for him. So maybe my tastebuds were off that day, lol. I was actually feeling a bit under the weather ☺️
Thanks so much for sharing, Lucy!! So glad your husband loved them. I hope you’re feeling better!
Wow I never leave reviews but these pancakes were sooo good y’all 10/10 and I don’t even like banana like that. I added vanilla and mixed protein powder with the 3/4 cup of milk (I used water) I also added chocolate chips and put them in my tiny waffle maker 💯 will be making this again.
Love the tweaks you made, yum!! So happy you love the recipe, Alivea!!
Great recipe! I recommend using buttermilk and I added vanilla as well. They were so light and fluffy!
Yum, sounds so good! Love your additions!!
Nice and fluffy! I usually like my pancakes where I can eat them without syrup, so I think for the next time, I’ll add a little bit of sugar to the batter. Great recipe though!
Thanks, Nicolle! That’s a good point, adding a sweetener to the batter is a smart move if you aren’t topping your pancakes with anything sweet.
These also make great waffles. Quick and easy in a waffle maker and taste the same. In my house waffles/pancakes aren’t just breakfast food, you can eat them for lunch, dessert, whenever you’re hungry!
I love that, they’re great for any time of the day! So good to hear the recipe works for waffles too, thank you!!
Tried this recipe. It was very easy and very delicious
Thank you, Connie! So glad you liked it!
This is the best way to use up bananas! Taste, texture, and cooking are phenomenal. Thank you for sharing this awesome recipe!
Yay, so happy you like them! Thanks!!
This is our favorite pancake recipe and our weekly Sunday tradition!
Aww, I love that!! Thanks so much, Miriam!
It worked so beautiful I LOVED IT
Yay!! Thanks, Kushi!
Hello! Could I make these without the baking powder? I don’t have any on hand 🙁
Hi Lydia, the baking powder gives the pancakes their fluffy texture. You can also help them rise by using self-rising flour or whipping egg whites. If you whip egg whites, I recommend adding the yolk and banana to a bowl and mixing as indicated in the instructions (whisking the egg whites into soft peaks in a separate bowl) and then folding them into the banana and yolk mixture. But be careful not to overmix. Hope that helps!!
These pancakes are delicious! And truly, so fluffy. I love that the sugar in this recipe is from the bananas. My 1 year old, 3 year old, and even my husband love these! The pancakes come out beautiful every time. I’ve been adding a tsp of pumpkin pie spice during the fall. I make a triple batch and freeze the leftovers. They are super easy to reheat in the microwave. This recipe is now a family staple. Thank you!
Aww, so glad it’s become a family staple! Love the idea of adding pumpkin pie spice during the fall. Thanks, Caroline!
These are so good! Added freshly ground nutmeg. This will be my go-to pancake recipe from now on. Thank you!
Yum, nutmeg sounds great!! So happy you like them, Andrea!
I love this recipe its easy and tasty
So happy you love it, Keisha!
I’ve never really liked banana pancakes, but with trying to be healthier, thought I’d give this recipe a try. It’s so good. I added a little bit more milk, and this will be my go-to recipe from now on.
Yay! So happy you like them, Cynthia!
Tasty and easy! I found the yield was off, though. I used a 1/3c measure as directed and got only 6 pancakes out of it, and the last couple were scant. I’d say this serves 2 (and I have a smallish appetite). Will double if I make again to have more left over.
So glad you liked the recipe, Dana! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the yield and serving size, I appreciate your feedback!
Best healthy banana pancakes I’ve had. My kids loved it! 😍
Yay, so glad you and your kids love them!! Thanks, Melanie!
Yumna, Love these pancakes! I made them back in June and had the best breakfast. I was wondering if I could use this to make pancake muffins… this is probably my fav pancake recipe and I want to use it for pigs in a pool (:
Hi Kesha, so glad you like the recipe! I’m not sure if this batter will work for muffins, I’ve never tried that before. Be sure to let me know how it works if you end up trying the pigs in a pool. (What a fun name!)
I just made these and overall they were lovely. I added more cinnamon which I recommend 😉 One thing I found was they turned out quite dense (less fluffy)– is this just a baking powder issue or any other insights?
Hmm, I’m not sure why your pancakes ended up too dense. It could be a problem with the baking powder. It could also be an under- or over-mixing issue, or possibly an issue of cooking on too low of a temperature. I encourage you to try it again!!
These are some of the best pancakes I have made! I had tried another banana pancake recipe a few years ago which tasted a bit dry so I thought banana pancakes were not for me. I decided to try another one and found myself here and so glad I did. So simple yet so delicious!
Yay, I’m so glad you decided to give banana pancakes another try! Thank you, Debbie!!
So yummy! Thanks for the recipe. Added a splash of vanilla and chocolate chips. Didn’t even need syrup! My daughter gobbled them up.
Aww, that’s amazing! Thank you, Kara. I’m so glad you both enjoyed the pancakes!!
I just made these pancakes for me and my almost-two year old and we both loved them! Maple Syrup isn’t really a thing in the Netherlands (it is available in the “American delicacies” aisle of the supermarket but not a usual buy here 🤭). We used some butter and powdered sugar and they tasted wonderful! Next up, the lemon curd pancakes 😍
Love that!! So happy you and your toddler loved the pancakes. Thank you, Kelly!
just tried these, as in they’re still in front of me (self control stopped me from absolutely devouring them completely), and wow, they’re incredible. thank you for sharing such an easy and wonderful recipe. i added a little bit more cinnamon and a splash of ground cardamom, and it turned out truly wonderful. this made me so much more excited to try more recipes from your lovely blog!
Aww, I’m so glad!! Your addition of cinnamon and cardamom sounds amazing. Thank you, Safiya!
Great pancakes
So happy you liked them, Robert!!
Hi Yumna! Today made pancakes with your recipe and they came out great! We enjoyed our breakfast! Thanks for the recipe and the help in saving my super ripe bananas. Much love.
Yay! So glad you liked them, Diptasree! Thank you so much.
Do you think they would still turn out if I used almond milk instead of regular milk
Yes, definitely! Hope you enjoy!!
The best pancakes i’ve ever had, my 2 year old loves them. But how do i make them high protein?
Yay, so happy your toddler loves them!! You could make them high protein by swapping the milk for Greek yogurt and/or adding protein powder. Let me know how they turn out!
I found this recipe this morning and decided to try it out since my mom, whom I visiting, had two overly ripe bananas. These turned out absolutely delicious and came together quickly – which was perfect. We topped with blueberries since we didn’t have any more bananas and it was so tasty!
Yum, I bet those fresh blueberries were delicious on top! Thanks, Melody!!
Just made this for my fiance! Put it the waffle maker, so good! Perfect for two waffles, thank you!
Yum, I’ll have to try them as waffles too! Sounds delicious, so happy you both enjoyed them!
I’m always looking for recipes to use old bananas and that are without added sugar and butter. This recipe is amazing!! I doubled it and used half whole wheat flour, could probably increase it. Fluffiest pancakes I’ve ever made!
Thank you so much, Amy!! Glad you liked them!
I was looking for a recipe to use a softened banana so I scaled-down to half all ingredients and used a small egg. These pancakes are delightful! I served them with sugar & cinnamon mix. It was delicious!
Yum, topping with sugar and cinnamon sounds so good! So happy you liked the pancakes, Joanna!
This takes 5 minutes and I probably use this recipe 3x a week
So happy you find it quick and easy, Grace!
Great! Added some Greek yogurt + 2% milk = 3/4C; added a little vanilla; a little olive oil; whole wheat flour; double acting baking powder, left off salt….and voila! Super pancakes! I was afraid of the 1Tbsp baking powder, but it worked well…fluffy pancakes.
Thank you!
Love the tweaks you made, sounds so good!!
Made these, was very good
Yay! Glad you liked them, Dianna!!
I was a little skeptical but tried them and l loved them. Put the recipe in my file. Thank you.
Yay! So happy you loved them!
The best banana pancake recipe ever… it’s fluffy and silky and sweet. Thank you so much for this beautiful recipe.
You’re welcome, Esosa! Glad you like it!!
These did not even taste like banana and were very bitter after taste. I must have done something wrong, because this definitely not a 5 star recipe.
Hi Mick, so sorry to hear you didn’t like them. Is it possible you used baking powder with aluminum? Or accidentally used baking soda instead of baking powder? Either one can cause a bitter taste. Hope that helps!
I doubled the recipe for our family size. I used half regular flour and half spelt flour. I also added chopped walnuts. It tasted delicious! Writing down this recipe with my modifications for a regular breakfast rotation 😋 Thank you!! X
Thanks, Elizabeth! Love that you made it your own, it sounds hearty and delicious!!
I often make these. Truly an excellent recipe.
Yay, I’m glad you like it!!
First time I made these, they were a hit! I used a multigrain gluten free flour (a substitute for whole wheat flour) and my husband said they were like “normal” yummy fluffy pancakes! Some of the best gf pancakes I’ve made! My 2 yr old thought so too! I am back to print the recipe to make them again!
So happy you and your family loved them, Jessica! Love to hear that they work well with GF multigrain flour too, thank you for sharing!
When you say keeps in fridge for 4 days. Does that mean the mix or the cooked pancakes?
Cooked pancakes!
I use this recipe every single time I wanna make banana pancakes and my family loves it and so do I
Thanks, Aishah! So glad you and your family like them!!
Absolutely delicious! I added melted butter (1 cup) to 4x recipe. So good and husband raved about them too!
Yay, so happy you and your husband loved them!
This is the second recipe I’ve tried and both are stellar!! Came out exactly as described/expected just by following the instructions. Thank you for sharing these!! So happy to be able to make amazing meals for my family bc of your generosity in sharing recipes. Thank you!
Aww, thank you so much! I’m so happy you liked the pancakes!!
Yumna!!! Delicious!!! ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great idea for using bananas before it’s too late!! I added walnuts of course! 🤗
Yum! Walnuts sound like the perfect addition. So happy you liked it, Jan!!
Didn’t give any measurements
Hi Marley, you can find the exact measurements and instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of the page, above the comments. Hope that helps!
Hi, this is a really quick and easy recipe! Can I ask if baking powder is necessary? Unfortunately, I ran out and I’m planning to make it without the baking powder.
Great question! The baking powder is what gives the pancakes their fluffy texture. If you don’t have any on hand, you can help them rise by using self-rising flour or whipping egg whites. To whip egg whites, I recommend adding the yolk and banana to a bowl and mixing as indicated in the instructions, whisking the egg whites into soft peaks in a separate bowl, and then folding them into the banana and yolk mixture. Just be careful not to overmix. Hope that helps!!
Best banana pancake recipe! Pancakes always come out fluffy and perfect! I make these almost every weekend, per request. I often double the recipe and freeze leftovers. These pancakes can be reheated from frozen in the microwave and will still retain their original texture and flavor. This makes for a quick, indulgent weekday breakfast. Plus, there is no added sugar. I don’t normally review recipes, but this one is a favorite! 10/10!
Wow, thank you so much!! I’m so happy you love the pancakes and found a way to enjoy them on weekday mornings, how special is that??
I really never throw food away, but this is disgusting… No, my baking soda has no aluminum, and yes, it tastes extremely bitter because there is way too much. You can probably do 1 teaspoon instead of 1 tablespoon.
Hi there, your pancakes likely turned out so bitter because the recipe calls for aluminum-free baking powder, not baking soda. Hope that helps!
Can’t wait to make these tomorrow! Just as a question– Is the maple syrup for serving included in the calorie count you provided, or is the nutrition label just for the pancakes itself? Yummmm, these look amazing.
The nutrition info is for just the pancakes themselves, the maple syrup and other toppings aren’t included in the calorie count. Hope you enjoy!
Hi! Wow these were yummy! Thank you so much for the recipe. Quick question – did you use whole milk? I’m just trying to get an accurate calorie count based on your nutrition facts!☺️ God bless!
So happy to hear you liked it! Yes, the nutrition facts are based on whole milk but you can use any type of milk you’d like.
I’ve made these a few times and they’re so good!! I usually freeze some of the batter to make pancakes over the week and they turn out perfectly each time. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Yay, thank you! I love to hear the batter freezes well, that’s awesome!
These were fantastic! I added 2 scoops of vanilla protein and a dash of vanilla. I love how fluffy they turned out! My 2.5 year old LOVED them! Thank you so much for the delicious recipe! I can’t wait to add these into our rotation 🙂
Yay, it makes me so happy when littles enjoy my recipes too!! Love the idea of adding protein powder and I bet the vanilla was delicious. Thanks, Stephanie!
So fluffy and good
Yay so glad you liked them, Llana!
Light, fluffy and delicious! I doubled the recipe and froze the pancakes in packets of two for an easy breakfast or lunch option on the run with fresh fruit and Greek yogurt. Thank you!
Freezing them in individual packets is a great idea!! With Greek yogurt and fresh fruit? Yum, sounds so good!
Delicious! I love how there is no additional added sugar (or butter)! Still so yummy, definitely saving this recipe.
Yay! So glad you liked it, Denae!!
These turned out to be perfect!!! The flavor was on point! We really enjoyed them. Thank you so much for the recipe!
I’m sure making them again! 🥰
Yay! I’m so happy to hear that, Rhody!!
I was skeptical about the lack of sugar, so I added 1 tbsp of maple syrup. It still ended up absolutely delicious and perfectly sweetened! I’ll be making more of this ☺
So happy to hear you liked it, Hanna!! Adding maple syrup to the batter sounds yummy. Thanks for sharing!
These turned out perfectly! I doubled the cinnamon to 1 tsp because we love cinnamon, but it still wasn’t a prominent flavor in the pancakes. The banana was the star. They were great with peanut butter on top. I used a 1/4 cup scoop and the recipe made 14 pancakes. I think I’ll make a batch of these to keep in the freezer for quick weekday breakfasts.
So happy to hear the pancakes turned out great for you, Dayna! Thank you!!
I LOVE this recipe. Its my “go-to” when I cant decide what to make for breakfast. The recipe is so easy, its fool-proof. And the fact that they freeze REALLY well..I ALWAYS make a double batch so I can enjoy them all week. I really can’t get enough òf these. NOTE… Ive used bananas that were so black, I thought they had gone bad. But NOPE, just pure banana..
Aww thank you so much, Christopher!! It makes me happy to hear these pancakes are your go-to, I love that you freeze them and get multiple breakfasts out of each batch!
Absolutely delicious!
Aww, so glad you enjoyed!! Thank you!
These were great pancakes. I didn’t have aluminum free baking powder so I just added some sugar and vanilla flavoring which helped mask the bitterness the baking powder had. Might also try adding less baking powder in the future. Great texture. Kids enjoyed!
Yay, I’m so happy you and your kids liked them!! Thanks for sharing!
Good overall but I added 2 tablespoons of melted butter which made them taste a little more deeper. Definitely a keeper. Served with berries n syrup. Thanks!
Yum, topping with berries and syrup sounds delicious!! So happy you enjoyed!
I am obsessed with your recipes. I made these pancakes just now and they are SO GOOD!
Yay!! Thank you, Loren—so happy you liked them!
Our family, for the last 9 months since finding this recipe, now has Fluffy Pancake Day every Sunday.
This pancake recipe is so good as written! No sugar is a bonus!!!!
Aww that makes me so happy! Thank you for taking the time to share this sweet comment with me. You just made my day!!
Flavorless. Very bland pancakes. Added vanilla but it’s not a miracle worker. Should have trusted my gut to use half the amount of baking powder; as written it takes over the flavor profile and should be plenty for this amount of milk to generate a reaction for the rise.
I’m so sorry to hear that! Did you make sure to use aluminum-free baking powder? That’s what the recipe calls for to make sure it’s not overpowering.
This was a perfect recipe. Followed it to a tee and they came out fantastic. Definitely adding these pancakes to my weekend breakfast round up.
Thanks, Ani!
Best recipe ever!!!! Thank you so much!! I love pancakes and this specific recipe is fantastic, so delicious!!!! 🤍🤍🤍
Thanks so much!
Excellent banana pancake recipe. Entire family truly liked them. Most of all, 4 year old grandson loved them so much that he wanted a second helping. Also, surprisingly, he did not want maple syrup. He only desired whipped cream on top of the put banana slices. Will keep using this recipe. Thank you for sharing it with the world.
Love this, thanks for sharing!
Yum yum yum! I wanted to add blueberries but just provided as a topping.
So happy you enjoyed them!
I love that there’s no sugar added and I didn’t put any salt to be able to share with my 8 month old but my only disappointment was that I decided to add blueberries and I guess they were too big because the pancake batter would leak out from around the blueberries when I took a bite. But I would definitely try again but without the berries 😅
It was a very good recipe 5 out of 5 would recommend very fluffy
Thanks so much!
SO SO GOOD!! Thank you!
I made this for my toddler and myself, we both truly enjoyed these! I did modify a bit and used 1/2 cup whole wheat flour and 1/2 cup regular flour and they were still so yummy! You could taste it through the whole wheat so I can’t imagine what the actual recipe is like…YUMMY!! Also, so incredibly fluffy!! Thank you again! We will be having these for breakfast again❤️
Yay, I love this. And so smart to add a whole wheat flour in!
The best recipe! I substituted 1 to 1 gluten free flour, added vanilla and they were the best pancakes ever. Thanks Yumna!
Yay! So happy you enjoyed these.
Our go to Banana pancakes!
So happy you love these!
Made these for the first time and the only thing I added was some vanilla. They are light, fluffy and quick to make. Love that they don’t require extra butter or oil yet are moist. A hit with the family and another great way to use ripe bananas. Thank-you!
Thanks so much!
What a wonderful simple recipe! Without the added sugar they don’t give me a huge sugar high like a lot of recipes do. Also, I ran out of eggs and swapped it out for unsweetened apple sauce and the recipe still worked and was delicious!!! (I think it was maybe a little fluffier than the first time). This will be my go-to recipe for quick and delicious pancakes from now on.
Thanks for sharing your tip about the applesauce, so happy you enjoyed them.
Just made the pancakes following this receipt. Came out Sooooo good! So happy! Thank you for the receipe!
Thanks so much for letting me know!
I made these the other week for my wife and she loved them. I’m making them again for the family and can’t wait to see their reactions.
So glad to hear!
Just made these! I thought that 1 tablespoon of baking powder seemed like a lot, but I went with it anyway. My pancakes are a little bitter sadly. Maybe less baking powder would have been better? I’m just going to add extra maple syrup when I eat them lol.
Was the baking powder aluminum free? Did you feel they would not sweet enough or too dense?
Is it 180 cals per pancake?
Usually yes, but it will depend on the size of your pancakes. I would say this makes between 8 and 10 pancakes.
Made these for the first time today. They taste amazing. Thank you, I will be making these again 🙂
Yay!
These are so good the only change I made was adding 1/4 cup chopped pecans! Yummy!
Sounds great!!
Before I found this recipe, I was trying to cook just bananas with cinnamon and a few chocolate chips mixed in when I realized I probably needed flour. I googled banana pancakes and yours was the first one to pop up. I mixed up the flour, milk, and put an egg in the hot, gooey bowl of bananas I had tried to previously cook and they were AWESOME! Thanks!
So happy you enjoyed them!
These are SO good and cooked so well. I’ve tried other recipes from the internet and this is the first where the measurements were accurate for the pancake to cook well and all the way through. For sure saving to make again!
Thanks so much, Crystal!
Wow this was so easy to make! They were very fluffy. The 2x recipe easily made enough pancakes for 4 adults. We loved the taste and texture.
So glad you enjoyed them!
This was simple to make and delicious to eat. They were a hit with my pancake connoisseurs so I was glad I doubled the recipe. Will definitely make them again. Enjoyed with maple syrup but also spread one with Nuttzo and a little syrup (yum!). I actually did not use fresh bananas but rather, really ripe bananas that had been previously frozen. Popped them in the microwave to thaw quickly and just measured out the amount needed. What I appreciated was that the pancakes were easy to flip on my griddle and each pancake came out perfectly golden. Next time, I may slice up bananas thinly to lay on top of the batter before flipping and allow the bananas to caramelize before taking off griddle. Perhaps sprinkle chopped walnuts, too…? Thanks for our tasty breakfast this morning!
These all sound like amazing ideas!
Really delicious pancakes! Mine didn’t get super fluffy but the taste was incredible. Highly recommend!
So happy you enjoyed them!
How many pancakes is one serving?
Depending on the size that you make your pancakes 1 or 2.
I got 10 medium sized out of the batch!
Hi,
I can’t see how much milk I need? Could you please help?
Thank you
Hi there, the recipe calls for 3/4 cup of milk. If you click “jump to recipe” at the top of the page, you will see the full recipe card.
Thank you. I found it. I was being dim. But then couldn’t delete the comment 🙈 they were delicious. I made far too many. 🤣😋 thank you
I made these and then realized I forgot to add the egg! Still turned out amazing so great for a vegan option!
Oh thanks for letting me know!
Absolutely delicious! Going to be hard not to eat the whole batch!
Ha! So happy these were a hit!
Super tasty! My husband loved these!
Yay! Glad to hear!
I gotta try this
Hope you love them!
Used half the baking powder, everything else the same. Came out perfect 👍
Glad you enjoyed them!
Delicious and quick to prepare! Used 2 bananas 1c milk with the double batch. It easily fed 3 kids 2 adults. No complaints here! I’d use this recipe again.
Yay, love to hear this!
Pancakes tasted delicious but the batter (when I made 2x) was very wet and the pancakes would fall apart when I tried to flip them.
So sorry to hear that! Any chance your bananas were frozen before you made these? Sometimes that can make the batter a little more wet. If that us the case, you could try adding more flour 1 tablespoon at a time.
Nope bananas were fresh not frozen. They were pretty ripe so not sure if that is what caused the issues with the batter.
Thanks for this recipe! Had some bananas looking a bit too ripe so used them in this recipe. the pancakes turned out perfectly and taste amazing! ❤️
Such a great way to use up ripe bananas. I’m happy you loved these pancakes!
Wow, made these this morning and they were so good! Added some ground flax seeds and hemp hearts for more protein. Delicious!
Sounds great!
Made these for my kids this morning for breakfast before school. They LOVED them. Used bananas I had frozen (placed them in a ziploc, then in a bowl of cold water to thaw them quickly) and added some mini chocolate chips to the batter. So good.
Amazing, love this tip!
Nice easy recipe. I blended some instant oats in a food processor and used in place of the flour, they came out really well. Thanks for the recipe.
Love this idea, thanks for sharing!
Prob the worst recipe. The pancakes didn’t hold together and I’ve made lots of recipes.
So sorry these didn’t turn out well for you. I’v made them many times without any issue of them falling apart. Do you mean as they were cooking? Meaning they were difficult to turn while they cooked?
I added a little vanilla and almond extract and it was sooo good!
So glad you enjoyed these!
Great recipe, easy to follow. Delicious results. Thanks for sharing!
So happy you loved this!
Thank you for this recipe. Two members of my family are coeliac so I switched the flour to gluten free flour and made the best GF pancakes ever. Super healthy, delicious, easy recipe and speedy.
Yay, so glad to hear!
Super recipe, my kid loved them. me too. Also easy to make.
So happy to hear!
I love this recipe. Instead of cinnamon I used pumpkin pie spice because I didn’t have any cinnamon. I also added a teaspoon of vanilla and added a 1/4 cup of heavy cream in addition to the milk. They were light and fluffy, so delicious!
Yum! Sounds great!
Delicious
Best recipe ever
Thanks
Yay, so glad to hear!
So easy and delicious!
Thanks so much!
Wowwww!!! These pancakes are so gooooodd!! Heathy and still sweet! I added blueberries and mini chocolate chips in the batter and topped with strawberries, bananas, and maple syrup. AMAZING!!
Yum, sounds amazing!
I just made these for the second time. I used overripe bananas and they turned out perfectly. Thanks for sharing the recipe. I never want a regular pancake again!
Ha! Love this. So glad you loved them.
These are easy to make and delicious! No oil or sugar added for a healthier pancake. So glad I tried them!
Glad to hear you enjoyed them for an easy breakfast!
Fabulous! So easy and full of flavor. I love that the ingredients are few and simple. I freeze any extra bananas when they turn brown, so I used them in these delicious pancakes. I substituted a flax egg, plant based milk, and 100% stone ground whole wheat flour. They turned out fluffy and perfect with these substitutions. Thank you.
Wow, these substitutions are so helpful, thanks for sharing!
This recipe did not work well for me. There no sugar in the recipe and it definitely needed it. I will not make this again.
So sorry these didn’t come out as expected. I find the bananas add enough natural sugar for my taste, but you can adjust it according to your taste.
I agree. Not enough sweetness and the amount of baking powder meant I could taste it. These will be going on the lawn for the birds.
Did you use aluminum free baking powder? If so you shouldn’t have been able to taste it. I am sorry to hear that they didn’t turn out for you.
I was concerned that 1 T of baking powder would leave s taste but it really didn’t. I made them exactly by the recipe and they turned out pretty well, pretty light. I used almond milk as an FYI.
So glad this worked out well for you!
Not sure what I did wrong, but these came out thick and hard. Not so much fluffy and soft. Not much flavor.
So sorry these didn’t come out as expected. Is you baking powder fresh and active?
absolutely perfect and fluffy, added 2 tbsp of PB and mini chocolate chips
So glad to hear! Those sound like great additions!
Oh my! They are delicious with vegan butter and honey!
My son is allergic to milk so I substitute with almond milk and they were perfect! I also added a little vanilla!
Served with honey, and he ate them! Very pleased! He wouldn’t eat other recipes I’ve tried! So I had to leave a comment. Thank you!
Ahh love this.Thanks so much!
It’s so yummycious. I love every bite of it. Thanks for your teaching. I have a question. What do you mean by heating on cooking spray? Cos I used a little drop of vegetable oil to fry mine.
Waiting for your reply.
Thanks
The oil works fine, or you can use non-stick spray on the pan instead if you want. So happy you liked the pancakes!
Absolutely fantastic! These turned out great, so filling, the banana really made these pancakes stand out, and so many servings. Thank you so much for this recipe!! Recommend with strawberry jam and lots of cream on top.
Oo love that idea of strawberry jam and cream! Thank you for sharing!
I’ve tried different recipes and never really loved any but these came out sooooo good. Light, fluffy but love that they’re not dense. Will save this forever, absolutely loved these pancakes!
So happy to hear that, Angie!!
Am I able to make these pancakes with an electric griddle?And if I am, at what temperature?
Hi Lee, yes you can use a electric griddle! I am not sure the exact temperature – medium is probably your best bet to start and then adjust based on how slow or fast they end up cooking. Hope that helps!
I just finished making this recipe. So easy to make the batter and absolutely delicious. Soft, fluffy pancakes. Definitely saving this recipe to make again!
Yay! So happy you enjoyed it!
Excellent recipe… how many pancakes in a serving??
Depending on the size that you make your pancakes 1 or 2. I hope you enjoy!
This are the best pancakes I’ve ever made. Don’t kids love them and i will not use another recipe again!
So happy to hear, thanks for sharing!
My husband said these are the best pancakes I’ve ever made. I will be making them again!
Yay, so glad you liked them!
Super good, the best banana pancakes I have made. Quick and easy, fast, Fluffy and delicious 😋. Will definitely be my go to Banana pancake recipe.
Yay, so happy you enjoyed these!
Best banana pancakes I’ve ever made! SO delicious, fluffy and easy!
So happy you enjoyed these!
I loved them! Very delicious and easy to make. Thanks for this recipe!
So happy you loved this, thanks for letting me know!
All I could taste was baking powder. Yuck.
Did you use aluminum free baking powder? If so you shouldn’t have been able to taste it. I am sorry to hear that they didn’t turn out for you.
These are good but they’re lacking some kind of fat. Maybe butter or coconut? They’re almost perfect!
Thanks for your feedback. I wanted to have a no fat or sugar added recipe, but totally understand if you’d want to adjust to your tastes by adding a little melted butter, coconut oil, or even nut butter in at the end when assembling the batter.
This recipe is just perfectttt!
Thank you, so glad you love it!
I made this for breakfast my daughter literally begs for it. Every day. These are so good
So happy this recipe has become a new favorite!
Hi! Can I substitute all purpose flour for almond flour?
Yes! You could use almond or oat flour for a gluten-free alternative. Enjoy!
Are we sure it’s a full tablespoon of baking powder and not a teaspoon? Perhaps my baking powder is a bit old, but mine came out very bitter.
Hi there, yes it is, did you use aluminum free baking powder? If so you shouldn’t have been able to taste it. I am sorry to hear that they didn’t turn out for you.
Made these for my LO and he loved them! Could you swap WW flour for AP?
I haven’t tried this recipe with WW flour, but I don’t’ see why you couldn’t I might add a little less to start so it doesn’t get too thick.
i followed the recipe exactly and ended up with incredibly flat pancakes. what did i do wrong?
Hmm, that is odd. I am so sorry to hear that! Could your baking powder be old or expired?
I made these and the pumpkin pancake recipe on the same morning to give my family the option and they couldn’t pick they were both so delicious!
LOL they are lucky to have someone who is so thoughtful to make two different kinds of pancakes at one time!
These pancakes are soooo delicious! They took 5 seconds to whip up (and eat). I halved the recipe to make 1-2 servings (except for the egg- I did 1 full egg for extra protein) I expected it to be bland (because hello? No sugar?!) so I added whipped cream. It did not need it! (It did need the syrup though) I recommend this recipe to anyone who wants a delicious, nutritious, satisfying breakfast.
Thank you so much, Rachel!!
Hi, Oh my goodness! Those look absolutely AMAZING! Could you please tell me is the nutritional value based on one or two? ☺️
Hi Theresa, that really depends on the size of the pancakes you make. You should get about 8 regular sized pancakes, at 2 a piece making this recipe 4 servings.
Delicious!
I’ve made three times as a healthy breakfast treat! Plus a great use for my remaining overripe bananas.
I’ve made using milk and today using water as the milk I had on hand smelled a bit suspicious!
The recipe is spot on and so much better than a mix.
So glad you liked it, Susie!
I loved these pancakes! And so did my mans, but they do end up being wet on the inside no matter how much I cook it, should I reduce the amount of banana or is that how it’s supposed to be?
Hmm.. they shouldn’t be wet inside. Did you add enough flour to the batter? Dry ingredient measuring cup?
Way too much baking powder. I can taste it in the finished pancakes. Gross.
Did you use aluminum free baking powder? If so you shouldn’t have been able to taste it. I am sorry to hear that they didn’t turn out for you.
I had the same issue and they are not edible. Should come with alternative that if you dotn have aluminium free then you should use much less! It was early in the morning and didnt even think.. Otherwise recipe is good but tje taste of baking powder is awful.
Thank you for your feedback. I’ll see how I can adjust the recipe for those that don’t have aluminum free baking powder on hand.
This truly is the best banana pancake recipe.
The only adjustment I made to it was adding a bit of castor sugar.
The pancakes turned out soo good, much better than ones I’ve made with a different recipe
I’ve saved this one so I can come back to it.
Yay! So happy to hear that!
You didn’t specify the amount of each ingredient. Not a clear recipe at all.
Hi Tammy, you can find the ingredients as well as the instructions in the recipe card right above the comment section. Hope you enjoy!
Delicious…I did add a splash of vanilla because hubby was pouting😂.
LOL so glad you guys enjoyed it!
Hello! How many pancakes per serving?
Depending on the size that you make your pancakes 1 or 2. I hope you enjoy!
My picky boyfriend loved them!
Yay!!
These were great. Thank you!
You’re so welcome!
Hello.
I would like to ask if it would be possible to have an option to change recipes from cups to grams. Just like you can choose x1 x2 x3 batter quantity.
Thanks for considering my request
Have a good day
Hi Georgiana, thank you for taking the time out to ask. I don’t measure my recipes in grams so I don’t feel confident in putting out that conversion.
Hi Yumna!
Thank you for your reply. I totally understand. I was asking because converting units isn’t the best option, since I found online different quantities for the same ingredient/cup. So I guess that the safest bet is tu buy cup measures 😀
Thanks again! Can’t wait to try your recipe with my son!
Have a great day 🙂
Yeah, and that’s why I don’t use the converters because they aren’t accurate and I don’t want people to waste ingredients. I hope you and your son enjoy!
These taste so good! I used 2 thawed out frozen Bananas and vanilla
So I needed to add a little more flour. Will definitely make again!
Great recipe! I did tweak just a little for my liking. I added to the batter 2 Tbsp of melted butter and 1 tsp of vanilla and it made all the difference.
So glad you liked it, Ruth!
Excellent recipe! I had to almond milk instead of regular due to an intolerance, and they still came out perfect, so for those wondering,