These kid friendly Healthy Banana Pancakes are easy to make and so fluffy and tasty. And there’s no added sugar! These are a must try for any pancake lover.
Since my husband and I are trying to cut back on sugar, but both love pancakes, I’ve been experimenting a lot in the kitchen trying to come up with a healthier alternative. This banana pancake recipe is truly a treasure. The pancakes taste incredible, the ingredient list is simple and they turn out fluffy every time!
If you are following my blog along, you’ve already noticed that I am adding step-by-step photos and instructional videos to all of my recipes. A lot of people enjoy just scrolling through the photos and getting an idea what goes into a recipe. So, now you’ve got a delicious recipe and step-by-step instructions – it is a “no fail” scenario. Good morning and let’s start cooking!!!
Main Ingredients:
- Ripe Bananas. The key word here is “ripe.” Not only do ripe bananas add extra sweetness, but they also make smoother pancake batter with less lumps.
- Eggs. A lot of you have asked if eggs can be substituted in this recipe. I have tested some common egg substitutes and the results weren’t good. Sorry, but this recipe requires eggs.
- Milk. Both dairy and nut milks work great in this recipe. Use your favorite kind!
- Flour. Use regular white flour or whole wheat flour.
- Raising ingredients: baking powder + baking soda make the fluffiest pancakes!
HEALTHY BANANA PANCAKES RECIPE:
1. To prepare the pancakes, puree the bananas with a potato masher or fork until smooth. Add almond milk (you may use regular milk if you prefer).
2. Add the eggs and whisk the mixture.
3. Add flour, baking powder and baking soda.
4. Mix the batter gently and try not to over mix. A few lumps are OK. 🙂 If the mixture looks too thin, add a little extra flour. Heat up a non-stick skillet on medium heat. Using 1/3 cup as a measure, scoop the batter onto the skillet.
5. In about 1 minute you should see some bubbles appear. Flip the pancake over and fry for another minute. Repeat this step with the remaining batter. You should have 6 pancakes.
6. Garnish with fresh bananas and drizzle with maple syrup.
How easy was that? I cannot wait for you try these banana pancakes, friends!!!
HEALTHY BANANA PANCAKES FAQ:
What kind of milk will work best?
Almost any milk will work in this recipe. If you are staying away from dairy try almond, coconut or soy milk.
What kind of flour to use?
You may use whole wheat flour instead of white flour.
What can I add to these Healthy Banana Pancakes?
Try adding blueberries, chopped strawberries, pineapples, walnuts or chocolate chips.
My pancakes didn’t turn out well. What went wrong?
I am sorry to hear that, but give these another chance. The most common reason is not using RIPE bananas and also not mashing them well. Also, did you use correct baking powder and baking soda measurements?
KIDS LOVE THESE HEALTHY BANANA PANCAKES!
Fluffy, sweet and yummy, these banana pancakes are always a hit at our breakfast table! I’ve shared this recipe with many of my friends and their kids love these too!
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Healthy Banana Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 medium bananas
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or milk of your choice)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup flour (I use Organic Unbleached White All Purpose Flour)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Puree the bananas with potato masher or fork.
- Add almond milk, eggs and whisk until smooth.
- Add flour, baking powder and baking soda. Mix the batter gently and try not to over mix. A few lumps are fine. If the mixture looks too thin, add a little extra flour.
- Heat up a non-stick skillet on medium heat. Using 1/3 cup as a measure, scoop the batter onto the skillet.
- In about 1 minute you should see some bubbles appear. Flip the pancake over and fry for another minute. Repeat this step with the remaining batter. You should have 6 pancakes.
- Garnish with fresh bananas and drizzle with maple syrup. Enjoy!
Never in my life have I left a comment on a recipe- but these are CRAZY good. I have been looking for the perfect recipe for decades and now will never need another pancake recipe! Seriously seriously good. Thankyou!! x
Your comment just made my day, Kate! Thank you so much and enjoy the pancakes!
I never write reviews on recipes but these are amazing healthy pancakes that are so fluffy and the real deal
Thank you so much, Amanda!
These are delicious!!! This will be my go to recipe for sure. I feel hesitant making recipes that call themselves healthy because they often taste horrible but this is not the case with these. I feel good about serving these to my family especially because there is no sugar. My only addition was adding vanilla extract and maybe cinnamon next time. Thanks for this recipe.
Thank you so much, Lindsay! It means a lot to me!
Hi Tania! How many calories does a pancake have?
Hi Maria! If you end up with 6 pancakes, each one will have about 140 calories. Thanks!
Hi Tania.
I only have baking powder. No baking soda.
Would it still work and if so measurements please?
Hi namesake! 🙂 Just add an extra teaspoon of baking powder in this case. Let me know if you give these a try!