These healthy banana pancakes are a delicious way to start your day. They're easy to make, light and fluffy, and naturally sweet. Plus they're packed full of protein, fiber, and potassium.
Dress them up with mini chocolate chips, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a drizzle of maple syrup for a treat the whole family will love. Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free with no added sugar.
Have you ever heard of healthy and pancakes in the same sentence? Well, believe it or not, you can have pancakes for breakfast and feel good about it. I love whipping up my Protein Pancakes or, along the same healthy lines, maybe opt for my Quinoa Waffles, but these easy healthy banana pancakes have to be my favorite.
These almond flour banana pancakes are a bit more substantial than the simple mashed banana and egg pancake variety and provide plenty of protein, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. Plus they're a great way to use up overripe bananas.
This recipe for banana pancakes is quick and easy to make, less than 20 minutes from prep to table, and perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekends. And bonus, they taste just like a lighter, less dense version of banana bread, and who wouldn't love that!
Double or triple this recipe to make them for the entire family. Serve these healthy pancakes, which are also gluten-free and dairy-free, with a topping of fresh berries, toasted coconut or nuts, a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup. Enjoy!
Why You'll Love These Easy Banana Pancakes
- They're a delicious no-guilt pancake breakfast!
- Super easy to make with less ingredients than regular pancakes
- Quick to make, needing only 18 minutes from prep to table
- Healthy and naturally gluten-free, dairy-free and refined sugar-free
What Makes This Banana Pancakes Recipe Healthy?
Bananas - the main ingredient, packs these pancakes with plenty of fiber and potassium while providing a feeling of fullness.
Egg Whites - give an extra boost of protein without the cholesterol content. They also keep these pancakes lighter and fluffier.
Chia Seeds - are high in fiber and contain a strong antioxidant.
Flour - Almond flour is lower in carbohydrates than regular flour as well as containing Vitamin E, manganese, magnesium, and higher soluble fiber content. It is also keto-friendly and gluten-free. You can also opt for coconut flour, which has a higher carb content but less fat and fewer calories, or oat flour, which is lower in fat, lower in calories but higher in carbs.
No Sugar - there is no added refined sugar as the bananas provide the sweetness.
Questions, Tips & Tricks
Watch for bubbles to form on the surface of the pancake. When they start to burst, it's time to flip them. Once slipped, they will need just 1-2 minutes to brown.
Sure thing! Make it ahead, cover it, and refrigerate overnight. You may find that the color darkens some from the bananas but it tastes just the same. Stir and pour as usual.
Yes, you can. They can be heated up in several ways. One, you can place them back on a griddle or pop into a toaster or air fryer until heated through.
I like to heat my oven to 200 degrees and place the cooked pancakes on a baking sheet. Then I pop them in the oven while I cook the rest.
Pancakes freeze very well. Place the cooked pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet and place them in the freezer until frozen. Remove from the baking sheet and pile them into a large freezer bag for up to 3 months.
To reheat, just place a frozen pancake on a plate and microwave for 30-60 seconds.
How to Make This Banana Pancakes Recipe
- Gather the simple ingredients - mashed banana, whisked egg whites, almond flour, baking powder, chia seeds, salt, vanilla extract and cinnamon.
- Combine almond flour, baking powder, chia seeds, salt and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
- Add mashed banana.
- Pour in whisked egg whites.
- Finally add vanilla extract.
- Whisk until well combined.
- Pour ¼ to ⅓ cup of batter on a greased skillet. You'll notice the pancakes start to rise as soon as they hit the heat. Let pancakes cook until you see bubbles form at the surface and start to pop. Flip over, then let cook 1-2 more minutes or until bottom has browned.
Pile them on a plate and dig in!
Variations
- Banana Chocolate Chip Pancakes - add mini chocolate chips to batter
- Nuts - add your favorites chopped nuts to batter or save and sprinkle on top. My favorites are pecans, walnuts or macadamia nuts.
- Fruit - add blueberries or chopped strawberries to better or use as a topping
- Toppings - banana slices, berries, honey butter and maple syrup
- Vegan - elminate the egg whites and replace with either aquafaba or flax eggs
- Paleo - make sure the vanilla extract is pure without any sugar or opt for maple syrup or honey
More Quick & Easy Breakfasts
Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies - are healthy, chewy, crunchy, oatmeal cookies that you can have for breakfast!
Ham and Egg Cups - an easy grab-n-go breakfast of eggs baked in ham cups. Great meal prep and easy freezer to microwave prep.
Air Fryer Avocado Eggs from The Food Hussy - are simply eggs baked in a half avocado that only take about 10 minutes.
2-Minute Sausage Egg Scramble - for those that have limited time and still want a healthy breakfast. These eggs cook up in the microwave in minutes.
Healthy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie - All the flavor of those famous creamsicles in a healthy smoothie.
Be sure to take a look at all of the healthy breakfast recipes right here on 2CM!
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HEALTHY BANANA PANCAKES
Ingredients
- 1 banana, mashed
- 2 egg whites, beaten
- 1 Tablespoon almond, coconut or oat flour
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together.
- Heat coconut oil in large flat skillet or griddle.
- Once hot, pour ¼-1/3 cup batter per pancake onto skillet.
- Wait for bubbles to appear on top of pancake then turn and cook until golden brown.
Notes
- Banana Chocolate Chip Pancakes - add mini chocolate chips to batter
- Nuts - add your favorites chopped nuts to batter or save and sprinkle on top. My favorites are pecans, walnuts, or macadamia nuts.
- Fruit - add blueberries or chopped strawberries to better or use as a topping
- Toppings - banana slices, berries, honey butter, and maple syrup
Nutrition
This post has been updated with step-by-step directions and helpful tips. It was first published on July 16, 2015.
