Save Fluffy, golden pancakes made with ripe bananas and wholesome oats—an easy, comforting breakfast that feels indulgent but is packed with goodness.
I first made these banana oat pancakes on a lazy Sunday and was amazed at how satisfying and flavorful they turned out with such simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
- Bananas: 2 ripe, medium, peeled
- Eggs: 2 large
- Milk: 1/2 cup (120 ml), dairy or plant-based
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp (optional)
- Rolled oats: 1 cup (100 g)
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: Pinch
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp (optional)
- Butter or oil: 1–2 tbsp, for the pan
- Toppings: Sliced bananas, berries, maple syrup, or yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- Blend oats:
- Place the rolled oats in a blender or food processor and blend until a coarse flour forms.
- Add wet and dry ingredients:
- Add bananas, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon to the blender. Blend until smooth and thick.
- Rest batter:
- Let the batter rest for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Heat skillet:
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a little butter or oil.
- Cook pancakes:
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set.
- Flip and finish:
- Flip carefully and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Repeat:
- Continue with remaining batter, adding more butter or oil if needed.
- Serve:
- Serve warm topped with your favorite fruit, maple syrup, or yogurt.
Save My kids love helping mash the bananas, and it’s become a weekend tradition that always brings everyone to the table with smiles.
Required Tools
You will need a blender or food processor, a non-stick skillet or griddle, a spatula, and measuring cups and spoons.
Allergen Information
Contains eggs and may contain gluten if oats are not certified gluten-free. Contains dairy if using cows milk or butter. Always check product labels for potential cross-contamination.
Nutritional Information
Per serving (without toppings, based on 1/3 of recipe): calories: 210, total fat: 6 g, carbohydrates: 33 g, protein: 7 g.
Save These pancakes are best enjoyed warm straight from the skillet, perfect for a cozy morning or cheerful brunch.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do bananas affect the texture of the pancakes?
Bananas add natural moisture and sweetness, resulting in tender, fluffy pancakes with a subtle fruity flavor.
- → Can oats be used instead of flour?
Yes, rolled oats blended into a coarse flour serve as the dry base, giving a hearty texture and nutty taste.
- → What cooking methods work best for these pancakes?
Cooking on a non-stick skillet over medium heat allows the batter to set and brown evenly without sticking.
- → Are there easy ways to customize these pancakes?
Adding cinnamon or vanilla enhances warmth, while toppings like berries, maple syrup, or yogurt add freshness and richness.
- → Is it possible to make these dairy-free?
Yes, using plant-based milk and oil instead of dairy milk and butter works well without compromising taste.