Flourless pancakes are a delicious alternative for those avoiding gluten or looking for a lighter, healthier option. Here’s a simple recipe for flourless pancakes:
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (optional, for extra fluffiness)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Butter or oil, for greasing the skillet
- Optional toppings: maple syrup, fresh berries, sliced bananas, nut butter, honey, yogurt, or whipped cream
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the eggs to the mashed bananas and whisk until well combined. You can also add the optional vanilla extract at this point.
- If using baking powder for extra fluffiness, sprinkle it over the banana and egg mixture and whisk until incorporated.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil.
- Once the skillet is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Use the back of a spoon to spread the batter into a round shape if needed.
- Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to set.
- Carefully flip the pancakes using a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and continue cooking the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed between batches.
- Serve the flourless pancakes warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, sliced bananas, nut butter, honey, yogurt, or whipped cream.
These flourless pancakes are naturally sweetened by the bananas and eggs and have a fluffy texture. They are gluten-free and perfect for those who are avoiding flour or following a gluten-free diet. Enjoy your delicious and nutritious pancakes!
