20 Sep Banana Chocolate Pancakes: A Fluffy Delight for Breakfast
When you think of breakfast, there’s nothing quite like waking up to the aroma of freshly cooked pancakes. And if you’re looking to elevate your pancake game, you’re in for a treat today! We’re about to dive into a recipe that will make your taste buds dance joyfully – Chocolate Banana Pancakes. These delectable delights are easy to make and have a delightful twist on the classic pancake. So, let’s get those pans sizzling and start flipping some fluffy, chocolate banana-infused pancakes!
You can pair your pancakes with the traditional maple syrup or bring it to the next level with a chocolate ganache or warm Nutella. Add some ice cream or chantilly cream to satisfy your sweet treat craving if you are cheeky enough.
I love the easy pancake recipe; you can do it with simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- all purpose flour
- cocoa powder
- sugar
- baking powder
- salt
- eggs
- vegetable oil
- milk
- vanilla extract
- overripe bananas
Start by peeling the mushy bananas and mashing them in a bowl until smooth. This overripe banana will add an extra flavour to your pancakes. Put all the dry ingredients in another bowl: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. Whisk them well and set aside. This will make fluffy pancakes. Add the wet ingredients to the bowl: the eggs, vegetable oil, milk, vanilla extract and bananas. Mix them perfectly until smooth. Heat a non-stick frying pan over low-medium heat. Grease the pan with cooking spray or some canola oil moist on a towel paper. Use an ice cream or a 1/4 cup to scoop the pancake batter into the heated pan. Cook until bubbles appear, and flip the pancake with a spatula. Cook the other side until you have golden edges, and repeat with all the batter until you finish with all the pancakes. Pair your banana chocolate pancakes with honey, chocolate syrup or Nutella. You could preserve the pancakes in an airtight container.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Chocolate Banana Pancake
Chocolate Banana Pancakes are a delicious breakfast dish made by adding cocoa powder or chocolate chips to traditional banana pancake batter, giving them a rich chocolatey flavour.
You can use either cocoa powder or chocolate chips, depending on your preference. Cocoa powder provides a deep chocolate flavour like this recipe, while chocolate chips add melty pockets of chocolate goodness for the banana chocolate chip pancakes.
While bananas are a crucial ingredient that adds sweetness and moisture to the pancakes, you can make them without them. However, they won’t have the same banana flavour.
Yes, frozen bananas can be used. Thaw and mash them before adding to the pancake batter.
The sweetness of these pancakes depends on the ripeness of the bananas and the amount of sugar you add. You can adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less sugar. Overall, this recipe does not have much sugar content.
Popular toppings include chocolate syrup, whipped cream, fresh berries, chopped nuts, and extra chocolate chips. Maple syrup also complements the chocolate-banana combo nicely.
You can use gluten-free flour instead of regular flour to make gluten-free Chocolate Banana Pancakes. Or something like oat flour.
These pancakes can be adapted to suit both vegetarians and vegans. For vegans, use plant-based milk and egg substitute like flax eggs.
Yes, you can make a large batch and freeze the pancakes for later. Simply let them cool, stack with parchment paper between each pancake, and store in an airtight container or freezer bag.
Absolutely! Kids love the combination of chocolate and bananas, making these pancakes a kid-friendly breakfast option.
While this recipe is specifically for chocolate banana pancakes, you can experiment with other fruits like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries for a different flavour twist.
Yes, you can make the batter ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight. Just give it a quick stir before cooking the pancakes.
Pancakes are done when golden brown on both sides and no longer gooey in the centre. You can also use a toothpick to check for doneness; it should come out clean when inserted into the centre of a pancake.
You can use a pancake mix as a base and add mashed bananas, cocoa powder, or chocolate chips to create Chocolate Banana Pancakes. Just follow the package instructions and modify accordingly.
Yes, you can use skim milk or lactose-free milk without a problem.
Banana Chocolate Pancakes: A Fluffy Delight for Breakfast
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
Description
These Banana Pancakes are a breakfast dream come true. The natural sweetness of ripe bananas combined with the fluffiness of the pancake batter creates a harmonious flavour that’s sure to brighten your morning. Whether you enjoy them on a lazy weekend or a busy weekday, these pancakes will undoubtedly become a breakfast favourite. So, why wait? Treat yourself and your loved ones to this heavenly breakfast delight!
Ingredients
- 1 cup of flour
- 3 tablespoons of sugar
- 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 2 eggs, slightly beaten
- 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 ripen bananas
Instructions
- Mashed the bananas with a fork in a bowl and set it aside.
- In a medium bowl, measure all dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. Whisk them well. Add the wet ingredients to the mixture: eggs, oil, milk, vanilla and bananas.
- preheat a pan or a non-stick pan and grease with cooking spray, melted butter or some liquid oil. Pour batter with 1/4 of a cup or an ice cream scoop. Cook until it bubbles the surface, then flip it over until it is golden brown on both sides. Continue with the remaining batter until you finish with all of them. Stack the pancakes and serve them warm.
- Serve the warm pancakes with your favourite syrup, chocolate ganache or Nutella. You can add some extra fruit like banana slices. I hope you enjoy the fluffy texture of these pancakes.
Keywords: Chocolate banana pancakes, easy pancakes, fluffly pancakes
Hi! I’m Valeria (aka Val) the photographer and recipe developer behind Canguro Criollo. My passion for food began when I was little at my home when everything will revolve around food and now I discover this new creative outlet of food photography. I wish you can follow my journey discovering unique ways of preparing Peruvian food abroad and some other family-friendly foods.
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