Pancake Bites: Yummy Mini Banana Pancakes for Toddlers
Mini Banana Pancake Bites are soft, fluffy, and naturally sweet, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack. This recipe is easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and versatile, allowing for fun variations with chocolate chips, nuts, or spices. Bite-sized and kid-friendly, they are a favorite for families and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 25 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk (regular or dairy-free)
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Peel and mash the bananas in a medium bowl until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until uniform.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana and wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, pour small portions of batter onto the skillet, leaving space between each.
- Cook for 1–2 minutes until small bubbles form on the surface, then carefully flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked pancake bites to a plate and repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve warm, or keep in a low oven until ready to serve.
Notes
Overripe bananas enhance sweetness and flavor.
Customize with chocolate chips, cinnamon, or chopped nuts.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, refrigerated for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to 2 months.