Do you love banana nut bread? Then you’re going to love this easy banana pecan pancake recipe! Just imagine your whole family waking to the smell of banana pecan pancakes in the morning. The only thing better than the smell of this easy breakfast is the taste.
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Plus, this pancake recipe is low in sugar since it gets most of its sweetness from bananas, making it a healthier option for your pancake breakfast this weekend. Ready to get started making your own banana pancake breakfast? Keep reading to discover the secrets to this easy banana pecan pancake recipe. They’re so good, you could even skip the syrup, but why on earth would you do that?
healthy banana pecan pancake recipe
Ready to get started creating your own banana pecan pancakes at home? Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 Tablespoons sugar, optional
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 4 Tablespoons melted butter
- 1 egg
- 2 medium bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- Cooking oil, as needed
- Additional pecans and sliced bananas for serving
Once you’ve gathered your ingredients, you’re ready to begin making your own banana nut pancake breakfast. Follow my simple steps to make the perfect pancakes.
how to make the perfect banana pecan pancakes
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
- Then add the milk, egg, melted butter, and mashed bananas. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients well. Then, add as many pecans as you desire.
- Let the batter rest for 30 minutes to help create thicker banana pecan pancakes.
- Place a skillet over medium-high heat and brush with oil. Once the skillet is hot, reduce the heat to medium-low and scoop 1/3 cup banana pecan pancake batter onto the skillet. Pro tip: use the bottom of a measuring cup or spoon to smooth down in a circular pattern.
- Cook until many bubbles appear on the surface of the pancake. Usually, it takes 2 to 3 minutes. Then, flip and cook an additional 2-3 minutes on the uncooked side of the pancake.
- Place the finished pancakes on a plate. You can keep the pancakes warm by setting the plate in your oven on the lowest setting. (Another tip is to preheat the oven and then turn it off and just allow them to sit in the warmed oven.)
- Serve your banana pecan pancakes topped with sliced bananas and additional pecans for a breakfast that’s both beautiful and delicious.
how to have fun making banana nut pancakes
Want to add a little extra magic to your weekend pancakes? Then you’re definitely going to want to try my banana pecan pancakes. Adding pecan topping at the end makes these banana pecan pancakes especially delectable.
Another way to have fun with a pancake breakfast for kids is to experiment with adding food coloring or using cookie cutters or pancake molds. You can even try adding a scoop of your favorite vanilla flavored protein powder for added protein.
I especially love on cold rainy mornings when our kitchen is filled with the scent of delicious banana nut pancakes. Yum!
more banana recipes you’ll love
I can’t wait to hear about your own banana pecan pancake breakfast adventure, so don’t forget to share your thoughts on this banana pancake recipe in the comment section. Want more banana recipe deliciousness to share with your family and friends? Be sure to check out my recipe for banana cake with cream cheese frosting. I promise you don’t want to miss the cream cheese frosting recipe, it’s so very good!
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Banana Pecan Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 4 Tbsp melted butter
- 1 egg
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup pecans
- cooking oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
- Then add the milk, egg, melted butter, and mashed bananas. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients well. Then, add as many pecans as you desire.
- Let the batter rest for 30 minutes to help create thicker banana pecan pancakes.
- Place a skillet over medium-high heat and brush with oil. Once the skillet is hot, reduce the heat to medium-low and scoop 1/3 cup banana pecan pancake batter onto the skillet.
- Cook until many bubbles appear on the surface of the pancake. Usually, it takes 2 to 3 minutes. Then, flip and cook an additional 2-3 minutes on the uncooked side of the pancake.
- Serve your banana pecan pancakes topped with sliced bananas and additional pecans.
What should I serve with my pancakes?
These banana pecan pancakes are so good, they will have you thinking of banana nut bread or cake. Here is my favorite Banana Cake Recipe! Since this pancake recipe is anything but ordinary, you might be wondering what to serve alongside this quick and easy breakfast dish. You could use the old standbys or try some new additions to shake things up. Here are some suggestions we like:
- Include your favorite pancake toppings like real maple syrup, extra chopped or whole pecans, and fresh whipped cream topping.
- Add some chocolate chips or chocolate syrup for a sweet new flavor combination the whole family will love.
- Who doesn’t love bacon? A few pieces of salty bacon goes well with pancakes of any kind.
What’s your favorite pancake breakfast side dish? I’d love to read about your favorite breakfast dishes in the comments.
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