Pancakes with Strawberries and Bananas
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
Description
Fluffy pancakes topped with fresh strawberries and banana slices, perfect for a delightful breakfast treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) unsalted butter, melted, or vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 banana, sliced
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter (or oil), egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the milk mixture; whisk until just combined and the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip the pancakes and cook until the other side is golden brown, about 2 minutes more. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Top the pancakes with sliced strawberries and banana. Serve with maple syrup.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use melted butter instead of oil.
- You can prepare the batter ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight.
- Serve the pancakes warm for the best taste.
- Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 70
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I not overmix the pancake batter?
The recipe specifically warns to stop mixing once the dry ingredients are just combined with the milk mixture. Overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, resulting in dense, tough pancakes rather than light, fluffy ones.
Can the batter be made the night before?
Yes — the notes say you can prepare the batter ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight, making this a convenient option for a quick morning breakfast with the strawberry and banana topping.
