Description
These banana pancake bites are soft, fluffy, and naturally sweet—perfect for quick breakfasts, snacks, or kid-friendly treats. Made with simple ingredients including ripe banana, egg, and flour, they bake into delightful mini-sized pancakes that are easy to make and versatile for adding chocolate chips or berries.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- Chocolate chips or berries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a mini muffin pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a bowl, combine the mashed ripe banana and the egg, mixing well until fully incorporated.
- Add milk, vanilla, and sugar: Stir in the milk, vanilla extract, and sugar (if using) until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
- Incorporate dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour and baking powder to the wet mixture, stirring gently until a smooth batter forms without lumps.
- Add optional mix-ins: Fold in chocolate chips or berries if desired, gently mixing to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Fill muffin pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan cups, filling each about three-quarters full for best results.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bites are set, lightly golden, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the banana pancake bites to cool slightly in the pan before removing and serving warm for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use whole wheat flour for a healthier version with more fiber.
- These bites freeze well; simply reheat in the oven or microwave for quick snacks.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter to enhance flavor with warm spice notes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
