Indulge in the Warmth of Spiced Banana Bread Pancakes
"Cozy up with a stack of fluffy, aromatic pancakes infused with the sweetness of banana and the warmth of spices. Our Spiced Banana Bread Pancakes recipe is a must-try for a chilly morning or a lazy Sunday brunch. Don't just imagine the aroma of freshly baked banana bread in pancake form – make it happen at home! Click here to unveil the full recipe and savor every bite."
Spiced Banana Bread Pancakes Recipe
Servings: 8-10 pancakes
Ingredients:
For the pancakes:
* 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
* 1 cup all-purpose flour
* 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
* 2 teaspoons baking powder
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
* 1 large egg
* 1 cup milk
* 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
* Honey or maple syrup, for serving (optional)
For the whipped cream (optional):
* 1 cup heavy whipping cream
* 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, egg, milk, and melted butter.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. The batter should still be slightly lumpy.
6. Drop the batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto the preheated griddle.
7. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges start to dry.
8. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Repeat with the remaining batter.
10. Serve warm with honey or maple syrup, if desired.
11. For the whipped cream, beat heavy whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until stiff peaks form.
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 23-25 minutes
Variations:
* Caramel Banana Bread Pancakes: Add 1-2 tablespoons of caramel sauce to the batter for an added layer of flavor.
* Pecan Praline Pancakes: Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped pecans and 1 tablespoon of praline syrup into the batter.
* Coffee Cake Pancakes: Add 1 teaspoon of instant coffee powder to the batter and top with a crumbly mixture of 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
* Chocolate Chip Pancakes: Stir in 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter.
Ready to warm up your mornings with these Spiced Banana Bread Pancakes? Give the recipe a try and experiment with the variations to create your own unique flavor combinations!