🥞 Healthy 5-Ingredient Banana Pancakes; Fluffy, Easy & So Yummy!

Hi friends!
Today I’m sharing one of my absolute favorite breakfast recipes Healthy Banana Pancakes! These are fluffy, thick, and made with just 5 simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. There’s no added sugar, no flour, and they’re so wholesome, you don’t need a special reason to make them. I honestly could eat these every single morning! Let’s dive in.

🍳 Method (In Detail)

Mash the Banana

Start by peeling your ripe banana and placing it into a medium mixing bowl. Using a fork, mash it really well until it turns into a smooth, creamy purée. It’s okay if there are a few little lumps just make sure it’s mostly smooth so your pancakes mix nicely and cook evenly.

Mix the Ingredients

Next, add your egg, unsweetened soy milk, oat flour (you can make this by blending rolled oats in a blender until they look like soft flour), and baking powder right into the same bowl. Use a whisk or a spoon to stir all the ingredients together. Mix until everything is well combined and you see a thick, smooth batter. If it feels too thick to scoop, you can add a tiny splash more soy milk, but it should be thick enough to hold its shape in the pan.

Heat the Pan

Now it’s time to get your pan ready! Place a non-stick frying pan on the stove and turn the heat up to high for just a minute or two. This helps the pan get hot enough so your pancakes don’t stick. After the pan is hot, turn the heat down to low. This is super important because pancakes cook best slowly they’ll turn golden on the outside and stay soft and fluffy inside.

Add the Batter

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of pancake batter onto the pan to make a small round pancake. Each pancake should be about 10 cm wide. You can cook two pancakes at a time if your pan is big enough. Be sure to leave some space between them so they don’t touch while cooking.

Cook and Flip the Pancakes

Let the pancakes cook on the first side for around 1 minute. You’ll start to see little bubbles forming on the surface and the edges will look a bit firm this means they’re ready to flip! Carefully use a spatula to turn each pancake over. Cook the other side for about 30 seconds. For extra fluffiness, you can place a lid over the pan while they’re cooking. The lid traps the heat and helps cook the middle of the pancake all the way through.

Finish and Repeat

Once both sides are golden brown and the pancakes feel cooked through, remove them from the pan and place them on a plate. Repeat the same process with the rest of the batter until you’ve made 4 delicious pancakes.

🧰 Necessary Tools

• Mixing bowl
• Fork (for mashing banana)
• Whisk or spoon (for mixing)
• Non-stick frying pan
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Blender (for making oat flour)
• Spatula
• Lid (to help cook evenly)

🥄 Serving Suggestions

You can top these pancakes with so many yummy things!

• A spoonful of plain or Greek yogurt
• Fresh fruits like strawberries or blueberries
• A drizzle of peanut butter or almond butter
• Chia seeds or crushed nuts for crunch
• A tiny bit of maple syrup if you like a little sweetness

🌟 Fun Fact

Did you know bananas are natural sweeteners? When they have brown spots, they’re at their sweetest! That’s why you don’t need any sugar in this recipe. It’s all naturally sweet from the banana itself!

✅ Conclusion

These banana pancakes are my go-to breakfast when I want something fast, healthy, and super tasty. With just five simple ingredients and no fancy steps, they’re great for everyday eating. Plus, they’re fun to make and even more fun to eat! Try them out and let me know your favorite toppings!