Fluffy Filipino Sweet Banana Pancakes
Fluffy Filipino Sweet Banana Pancakes are a comforting breakfast option made with ripe bananas, creating naturally sweet and soft pancakes that are quick to prepare.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 210kcal
Ingredients
Pancake Ingredients
- 2 pieces very ripe bananas, mashed smooth Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness.
- 1 cup all purpose flour Standard flour for fluffiness.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder For leavening the pancakes.
- 2 tablespoons sugar Optional, depending on ripeness of bananas.
- 1 piece egg Provides richness to the batter.
- 3/4 cup milk Add a splash more if needed.
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil For moisture in the batter.
- 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor.
- as needed butter or oil for the pan For cooking the pancakes.
Cream Cheese Topping
- a few tablespoons cream cheese, softened Stir in a little condensed milk or honey for sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Add egg, milk, and melted butter, then stir.
- In a second bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir just until no dry flour is visible. Do not overmix.
- Let the batter sit for 5 minutes while heating the pan.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium to medium-low heat. Scoop about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet.
- Cook until bubbles form on top and the edges look set, then flip and cook the other side until golden.
Serving
- Prepare the cream cheese topping by mixing softened cream cheese with a bit of condensed milk or honey.
- Dollop the cream cheese mixture on warm pancakes to allow it to melt slightly before serving.
Notes
For a twist, serve with various toppings such as sliced bananas, toasted coconut, or a drizzle of condensed milk. Keep pancakes warm in a low oven if necessary.