Description
Start your morning right with these fluffy, fruity banana blueberry pancakes. Packed with the natural sweetness of bananas and the tangy burst of blueberries, they’re a comforting, crowd-pleasing breakfast that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Perfect for busy mornings, leisurely brunches, or anytime you crave a wholesome treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup flour (all-purpose, whole wheat, or gluten-free blend)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- ¾ cup milk (dairy, almond, or oat milk)
- 1 egg (or flax egg for a vegan option)
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp sugar or honey (optional, depending on banana sweetness)
- Butter or oil, for cooking
- Optional add-ins: ½ tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, or chocolate chips
Instructions
Prepare Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth. Stir in milk, egg, and vanilla extract (if using).
Combine Mixtures
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. A few lumps are fine for fluffier pancakes.
Add Blueberries
- Toss the blueberries in a small amount of flour to prevent sinking, then fold them gently into the batter.
Cook Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or oil.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
Serve
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings: maple syrup, whipped cream, fresh fruit, or crispy bacon.
Notes
Tips for Success
- Don’t overmix the batter—this keeps pancakes tender and fluffy.
- Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes before cooking for better results.
- Use medium heat to avoid undercooked centers or burnt exteriors.
Fun Twists
- Tropical Pancakes: Replace blueberries with shredded coconut and pineapple.
- Chocolate Bliss: Add chocolate chips to the batter.
- Cinnamon Roll: Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on cooking pancakes and drizzle with icing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 3g