Serve up a breakfast that’s good for the whole family while tasting like a truly decadent treat. These healthy banana pancakes are pure and simple goodness that everyone loves, and they take no time at all to put together. Perfect for a lazy weekend morning or even before sending the kids off to school, save this recipe for easy vegan banana pancakes for a nutritiously delicious way to start the day!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fluffy goodness: These fluffy banana pancakes have that perfect brunch-spot texture.
- Banana packed: Nutritious bananas lend their vitamin and mineral-rich profile along with their naturally sweet flavors.
- Quick + easy: You can have these on the breakfast table almost as fast as you can say “healthy banana pancakes!”
Nutrition For Mental Health
Bananas are rich in vitamin B16 and a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C. A randomized controlled trial has shown that vitamin B6 supplementation reduces anxiety and depression.
Ingredients + Notes
Discover my secret for making fluffy banana pancakes without eggs for a fully vegan breakfast treat everyone can eat!
- Baking powder: This is the secret ingredient that will make your banana pancakes rise (just like an egg would)!
A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Variations + Substitutions
Missing an ingredient or want to switch things up? Check out these substitutions and variations you can easily make for these vegan pancakes with banana!
- Flour: Try almond flour to add a little more protein-packed goodness to these pancakes.
- Milk: If you’re out of almond milk, any plant-based milk you have in your fridge will do the trick.
- Sweetener: Agave nectar adds sweetness if you only have enough maple syrup to save for pouring over these easy vegan banana pancakes.
- Chocolate: Add your favorite vegan-friendly chocolate to give these a chocolaty-banana flavor.
How To Make Vegan Banana Pancakes
Easy step-by-step instructions for fluffy vegan banana pancakes.
- Add banana to a medium mixing bowl and mash.
- Pour dry ingredients into a metal sieve over the bowl. Shake until all the dry ingredients are in the bowl, then pour liquid ingredients on top and whisk thoroughly for 30-60 seconds.
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- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat (with a little avocado oil in it).
- Turn heat down to medium-low and scoop batter into frying pan using a measuring cup. (I find a 1/3 cup works well, depending on the size of pancakes you are going for.) Cook until bubbles form and the glossy shine of the batter starts to fade. Flip and cook for another minute or so (until it has turned golden brown). Repeat this process until all pancake batter is used. (Add some cooking oil or cooking oil spray to the skillet as needed.)
5. Serve with your favorite toppings like sliced bananas, pecans, and maple syrup.
Servings Ideas
Although these banana pancakes are blissful as-is, there’s nothing like adding your favorite toppings to make this a bountiful breakfast.
Toppings
- Vegan butter: A little vegan butter gives it an extra dose of deliciousness.
- Maple syrup: Few things are better than a stack of vegan banana pancakes with maple syrup drizzled over the top.
- Nut butter: Put on some protein with a dollop of your favorite nut butter to finish it off.
- Banana: Slice up fresh bananas to carry on that banana theme.
- Berries: Fresh berries are a perfect pairing with the sweet flavors of banana pancakes.
Sides
Want to pair these classic vegan pancakes with some sides? Look no further.
- Smoothies: For a refreshing drink pairing, try this Easy Avocado Banana Smoothie, Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie, Healthy Peach Banana Smoothie, or Açai Bowl Recipe.
- Chia seed pudding: Homemade chia seed pudding can be a great side or topping for pancakes. My favorites are Banana Chia Pudding, Best Vanilla Chia Pudding, Coconut Milk Chia Pudding, and this Pomegranate Chia Pudding Recipe.
- Savory sides: My favorite savory sides are this Protein Avocado Toast Recipe and Oven-Roasted Home Fries!
Storage Tips
In the off chance that you’re left with leftover banana pancakes, put them in an airtight container in your fridge and be sure to finish them off within 5 days. You can also wrap each one in wax paper and put it into a freezer bag for fast breakfast prep. They’ll last up to 3 months when stored that way!
FAQ
Yes, you can simply add mashed bananas to any pancake mix; however, many pancake mixes are not vegan. Plus, they may have additives and preservatives you don’t want to feed your family. You can make your own banana pancakes with a few simple ingredients you probably have in your pantry.
Bananas that are ripe or even overripe make the best addition to pancakes. They’ll add sweeter flavors, plus they’ll be easier to mash. Choose bananas that have brown speckles on their peels – you won’t have to waste them anymore!
Watch the temperature when you cook them. If you start off too high, it will burn the outside while leaving the center raw and mushy.
More Vegan Breakfast Recipes
Recipe
Vegan Banana Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 medium over-ripe banana, mashed
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, unbleached
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 cup almond milk
Instructions
- Add banana to a medium mixing bowl and mash.
- Pour dry ingredients into a metal sieve over the bowl. Shake until all the dry ingredients are in the bowl, then pour liquid ingredients on top and whisk thoroughly for 30-60 seconds.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat (with a little avocado oil in it).
- Turn heat down to medium-low and scoop batter into frying pan using a measuring cup. (I find a 1/3 cup works well, depending on the size of pancakes you are going for.) Cook until bubbles form and the glossy shine of the batter starts to fade. Flip and cook for another minute or so. Repeat this process until all remaining batter is used. (Add some cooking oil or cooking oil spray to the skillet as needed.)
- Serve with your favorite toppings like sliced bananas, pecans, and maple syrup.
Notes
Nutrition
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Reference
Field, D. T., Cracknell, R. O., Eastwood, J. R., Scarfe, P., Williams, C. M., Zheng, Y., & Tavassoli, T. (2022). High-dose Vitamin B6 supplementation reduces anxiety and strengthens visual surround suppression. Human psychopharmacology, 37(6), e2852. https://doi.org/10.1002/hup.2852
