Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Why not make it a delicious one? If you’ve got overripe, blackened bananas sitting in your fruit bowl, turn them into a stack of healthy banana pancakes.

Light and fluffy banana pancakes are so tasty, it’s hard to believe they’re such a healthy option. This is because of the bananas, which are rich in vitamin C and high in potassium. Plus, they’re a great source of fibre and therefore aid digestion. Complete with the optimum amount of carbohydrates for your energy levels, bananas keep you going all day.

How to make banana pancakes

Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, banana pancakes are mouthwateringly good all year round. Check out our recipe for simple banana pancakes below.

Ingredients

Allergen note: Recipe contains egg.

Eggs, separated- 4
Banana, mashed- 250g
Almond meal- 170g
Baking powder- 1 tsp
Cinnamon- 1 tsp
Coconut oil- 1 tsp

Method

1. In a large bowl mix together the egg yolks, banana, cinnamon and baking powder.

2. Using an electric mixer, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form and then fold into the banana batter.

3. Add a tsp coconut oil to a non-stick pan and pour 2-3 tbsp batter onto the pan, spreading until even. Cook for 2 minutes until golden, flip and cook for 2 minutes on the other side.

4. Repeat with the remaining batter. Enjoy!

Banana Recipe Variations

There are plenty of variations on the classic banana pancakes recipe. Here are a few options that ensure everyone in the family can enjoy breakfast.

Vegan Banana Pancakes Recipe

Egg adds moisture and acts as a binder so that your pancakes don’t fall apart. To make this recipe vegan friendly, you can replace the egg with a nut butter or some yoghurt.

Nut-Free Buckwheat Flour Banana Pancakes

For those on a nut-free diet, you can replace the almond meal with a different flour such as buckwheat or coconut flour.

Banana Protein Pancakes

Calling all gym junkies! Make your pancakes high in protein by adding a spoonful of your favourite protein powder. Alternatively, you can replace the almond meal with a cup full of oats and to turn them into high-protein banana oat pancakes.

3-Ingredient Banana Pancakes Recipe

Cut your shopping list in half by making our 3-Ingredient Banana Pancakes Recipe. They’re equally delicious and still contain all the health benefits of bananas.

Have Your Pancakes and Eat Them Too

As with any recipe recommendation, it is important to consider if this breakfast idea works for your lifestyle and dietary requirements. Everybody’s eating habits are different and you might find that one of our other recipes is more suited to your personal health goals. Maybe you prefer a smoothie bowl before you head to one of our gyms? Or perhaps you save time by preparing overnight oats the night before? We’ve got plenty of inspiration on our Nutrition & Recipes page. For more information on understanding calorie intake and simplifying nutrition, check out these articles.

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Simplify Complexity and Confusion

So, are you feeling hungry yet? Set the mood by throwing on ‘Banana Pancakes’ by Jack Johnson and kick-off your day with our easy banana pancakes recipe.

FAQS

Can I freeze banana pancakes?

Banana pancakes can be stored in the freezer in an air-tight container for up to two months. Simply reheat them in the microwave or oven. For an even quicker breakfast, you can pop the pancakes directly in the toaster.

Are banana and egg pancakes healthy

Bananas themselves have a number of benefits including supporting your heart health and digestion. When made with wholesome ingredients such as in the recipe above, banana pancakes can be a healthy breakfast option.

How to add banana to pancake mix

You can add a serve of fruit to your go-to pancake recipe by folding mashed banana into your pancake mix. Haven’t got an electric mixer on hand? Combining the ingredients in a blender will create an equally smooth consistency.