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Ultra Fluffy Banana Pancakes: The Best Texture for Weekend Breakfast

A close-up stack of three fluffy, golden brown banana pancakes served on a white plate.
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Welcome to My Kitchen! I’m Carla Davis, and I share my favorite family recipes. These ultra fluffy banana pancakes use overripe bananas to create a soft, delicious breakfast treat perfect for your weekend brunch. This easy recipe is a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large ripe banana, mashed well
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil, plus more for the griddle

Instructions

  1. Place the mashed banana in a small bowl. Add the egg and milk, and whisk until just combined. Set this wet mixture aside.
  2. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This step helps make your pancakes fluffy.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold them together using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine. Overmixing develops gluten and makes pancakes tough.
  4. Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease it with butter or oil. You know the griddle is ready when a drop of water sizzles immediately.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.
  6. Flip the pancakes carefully and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup or fresh fruit.

Notes

  • Use very ripe, spotty bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture in your pancake batter.
  • For extra fluffy banana pancakes, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
  • If you want a richer flavor, substitute the melted butter with brown butter in the batter.

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