Banana Bread Pancakes Recipe

Soft, fluffy, and packed with real banana flavor, these Banana Bread Pancakes combine everything you love about classic banana bread in a quick breakfast. Made with ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and a touch of vanilla, they’re perfect for cozy mornings, weekend brunches, or whenever you’re craving homemade comfort.

Why You’ll Love These Banana Bread Pancakes

• Soft and fluffy with a moist banana bread texture
• Made with simple pantry ingredients
• Naturally sweet from ripe bananas
• Crunchy walnuts add great texture
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or breakfast-for-dinner
• Ready in under 45 minutes

Banana Bread Pancakes Recipe

Enjoy the best Banana Bread Pancakes recipe with ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and fluffy texture. Perfect for breakfast or weekend brunch.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

10 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 3

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 large ripe banana
• 1 large egg
• ⅓ cup white sugar
• ¼ cup milk
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup finely chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, or as needed, for cooking

Method

 

1. Mix the Dry Ingredients

   In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, kosher salt, baking powder, and baking soda until evenly combined. Set aside.

2. Mash the Banana

   Place the ripe banana in a large mixing bowl and mash it into a smooth paste using a potato masher or fork.

3. Make the Batter

   Add the egg and sugar to the mashed banana. Whisk for about 2 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and the sugar has mostly dissolved.

   Stir in the milk, vanilla extract, melted butter, and chopped walnuts.

   Gradually add the dry ingredients, whisking gently until everything is just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes light and fluffy.

4. Rest the Batter

   Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes. This helps hydrate the flour and creates softer pancakes.

5. Cook the Pancakes

   Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Melt about 1 tablespoon of butter in the pan.

   Pour approximately ⅓ cup batter for each pancake.

   Reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 3 minutes, or until the edges begin to dry and bubbles appear on the surface.

   Carefully flip each pancake and cook for another 3 minutes, until both sides are golden brown and the center is fully cooked.

   Serve immediately while warm.

Tips for the Best Banana Bread Pancakes

• Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the sweetest flavor.
• Let the batter rest for at least 10 minutes before cooking.
• Cook over medium heat to prevent the outside from browning too quickly.
• Don’t press the pancakes with a spatula while cooking.
• Mix the batter only until combined to keep the pancakes tender.

Delicious Topping Ideas

• Warm maple syrup
• Sliced bananas
• Butter
• Chopped toasted walnuts
• Honey
• Cinnamon sugar
• Whipped cream
• Greek yogurt
• Fresh berries
• Chocolate chips

What to Serve With Banana Bread Pancakes

• Crispy bacon
• Breakfast sausage
• Scrambled eggs
• Fresh fruit salad
• Vanilla yogurt
• Hot coffee
• Chai tea
• Fresh orange juice

Final Thoughts

These Banana Bread Pancakes deliver the rich flavor of homemade banana bread in a fluffy, golden pancake that’s perfect for any breakfast table. With ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of vanilla, every bite is comforting, satisfying, and easy to make. Whether topped with maple syrup or fresh fruit, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.