Breakfast Banana Oat Pancakes with Cinnamon Maple Drizzle
Fluffy banana oat pancakes naturally sweetened and topped with a warm cinnamon-infused maple syrup for a wholesome start. This american-inspired breakfast (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes layers large, mashed ripe banana, rolled oats, large egg 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 3, 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
- 1 large, mashed ripe banana
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (dairy or plant-based) milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 cup rolled oats into a blender and pulse until finely ground into oat flour. Add 1 large mashed ripe banana, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup milk, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt. Blend until smooth batter forms.
- Step 2: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set.
- Step 3: Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter, adding more butter as needed.
- Step 4: In a small saucepan, warm 1/3 cup maple syrup with 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon over low heat for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 5: Serve pancakes stacked and drizzled generously with the warm cinnamon maple syrup.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Breakfast Banana Oat Pancakes with Cinnamon Maple Drizzle take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Breakfast Banana Oat Pancakes with Cinnamon Maple Drizzle?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Breakfast Banana Oat Pancakes with Cinnamon Maple Drizzle?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Breakfast Banana Oat Pancakes with Cinnamon Maple Drizzle for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Breakfast Banana Oat Pancakes with Cinnamon Maple Drizzle vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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