Alarm Clock Banana Oat Pancakes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-31 · Updated 2026-03-31

Fluffy pancakes made with mashed banana and oats, perfect for a quick breakfast with a hint of cinnamon and a crunchy topping. This American-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers banana, oats, flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe, mashed banana
• 1 1/2 cups oats
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup coconut flakes
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp, melted butter

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups oats, 1/2 cup flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 cup coconut flakes.
2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk 2 mashed bananas, 1 egg, 1/2 cup milk, and 1 tbsp honey until smooth.
3. Step 3: Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Let rest for 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Spoon 1/4 cup batter per pancake, shaping into rounds.
5. Step 5: Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Brush with 1 tbsp melted butter before serving.