Healthy pancakes: Turn ripe bananas into a tasty breakfast
A simple recipe for healthy pancakes made with just two ingredients is gaining popularity online. One of their major advantages is that you can use ripe bananas, which may not be as enjoyable to eat as a snack. Before you start cooking, it's important to know that the method of processing the ingredients makes a difference.
When you wake up in the morning craving something sweet and filling, nothing satisfies that desire better than a plate of pancakes. They are versatile, easy to prepare, delicious, and can be served with a variety of toppings. If you'd like to simplify the process even further and minimize cleanup, it's worth knowing this recipe that only requires two main ingredients.
How to make pancakes with 2 ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 egg
- Butter or oil for frying
Preparation
- Peel the two bananas and mash them inside their peels with a fork.
- Transfer the mashed bananas to a bowl and mash them further with a fork.
- In a separate bowl, separate the egg white from the yolk and add the yolk to the bananas.
- Mix thoroughly with a fork until the ingredients are combined.
- Beat the egg white until stiff and gently fold it into the banana-egg mixture.
- Heat a pan over medium heat and add some butter or oil.
- Once the butter melts, place about three tablespoons of the pancake batter onto the pan. Make sure the batter is evenly spread and not clumped.
- Cook until you see bubbles forming on the surface of the pancakes, which takes a few minutes.
- Flip the pancakes and cook for the same amount of time on the other side.
- After cooking, top the 2-ingredient banana pancakes with your favorite toppings such as chocolate cream, raspberries, strawberries, Greek yogurt, honey, or other fruits.
Ripe bananas: Don't throw them away, use them
Ripe bananas are excellent for many recipes, especially when they are too soft to enjoy raw. They add natural sweetness and moisture, allowing for a reduction in added sugar. Ripe bananas are also ideal for baked goods like chocolate banana bread, a popular dessert sure to impress guests at any party.
Another way to use ripe bananas is by making smoothies. Simply blend them with natural yogurt and extras like mint or chocolate. Bananas can also be frozen and blended with milk to create delicious banana ice cream.
