Banana Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes are the perfect way to start your day. Fluffy and flavorful, the pancakes marry the sweetness of ripe bananas with juicy blueberries, all wrapped in a luscious buttermilk base. They make breakfast feel like a special occasion, even on a Tuesday.
When making Banana Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes, you can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour for a hearty twist. If allergies are a concern, a flax egg can replace the egg, and almond milk may work as a buttermilk alternative. Fresh blueberries are delightful, but frozen ones can also do the trick, just keep in mind they may bleed a bit more color into the batter.
Pancakes, Waffles & Crepes
Banana Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Wisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Set aside for now.
- In a separate bowl, lightly beat 1 egg and mix in 2 tablespoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 cup buttermilk, and 3 tablespoons melted butter until combined.
- Gently fold in 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana until just incorporated. Don’t go overboard; we want those banana chunks to remain.
- Carefully pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Wisk only until combined, allowing for lumps. Overmixing can lead to tough pancakes, and nobody wants that.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, adding a small amount of oil or butter to prevent sticking. Pour out about 1/4 cup batter into the skillet, and drop 3 or 4 fresh blueberries on top of each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip and cook for an additional minute or two until golden brown. Serve warm and enjoy.
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