Sunshine Banana Pancakes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

Fluffy, naturally sweet pancakes packed with banana and oats—perfect for a nutrient-dense breakfast that kids beg for. This American-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, layers banana, all-purpose flour, baking powder 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 210 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

• 1 large banana
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp butter

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt.
2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, mash 1 large banana until smooth, then whisk in 1 cup milk, 1 egg, and 1 tbsp honey until fully combined.
3. Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined (do not overmix).
4. Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and shimmering.
5. Step 5: 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.
6. Step 6: Flip pancakes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.