Description
Brown Sugar Banana Pancakes are a delightful way to elevate your breakfast game. These moist and fluffy pancakes are sweetened with rich brown sugar and infused with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, creating a delicious twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for lazy weekends or special occasions, this recipe is quick and easy, making it ideal for busy mornings or brunch gatherings. Top them with your choice of butter, maple syrup, fresh fruit, or nuts for added indulgence. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll have a comforting dish that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 small bananas)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the mashed banana, melted butter, egg, buttermilk, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; some lumps are fine.
- Heat a griddle or skillet over medium-low heat and grease lightly with butter.
- Pour ⅓ cup portions of batter onto the griddle and cook until bubbles form on the surface; flip each pancake carefully and cook until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg