Wake up to the warm, caramelized sweetness of Brown Sugar Banana Pancakes that turn any morning into a special occasion. The brown sugar creates deep, molasses-like flavor while mashed bananas add natural sweetness and incredible fluffiness to every bite. These pancakes are perfect for using up overripe bananas and creating a breakfast that feels indulgent but comes together in minutes.
For more banana-forward breakfast treats, try our Hawaiian Banana Bread with Coconut & Pineapple for a tropical twist or the Banana Pudding Rice Krispie Treats when you want that banana flavor in a fun, no-bake form. Both celebrate the natural sweetness of bananas in their own delicious way.
Brown Sugar Banana Pancakes
These tender, fluffy pancakes are naturally sweetened with brown sugar and loaded with mashed banana for a breakfast that feels like dessert but starts your day perfectly.
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minutesIngredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
0.5 teaspoon baking soda
0.25 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1 large egg
2 ripe bananas, mashed
2 tablespoons melted butter
0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, egg, mashed bananas, melted butter, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Create a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the banana mixture, stirring gently until only just combined.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet.
- Cook each pancake for 2-3 minutes on one side until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
- Flip the pancakes and cook for another minute on the other side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh bananas, or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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