Healthy Chai Banana Pancakes.
These Healthy Chai Banana Pancakes are fluffy, flavorful, and packed with warm spices and natural sweetness—perfect for a nutritious breakfast treat!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Mixing Bowl
Blender or Food Processor
Non-stick skillet or griddle
Spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 medium/large ripe banana
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon all-spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- maple syrup, bananas, and fresh fruit for serving
Start by placing your old-fashioned oats in a blender or food processor. Blend them until they reach a flour-like consistency. This will be the base of your pancakes.
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth. Add the blended oats, whole eggs, egg whites, vanilla extract, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, all-spice, and salt. Mix until everything is well combined and forms a smooth batter.
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease it with a little oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Pour 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the heated skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles begin to form on the surface and the edges look set. Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve the pancakes warm, drizzled with maple syrup and topped with additional banana slices or fresh fruit of your choice. Enjoy your deliciously wholesome breakfast!
- Use a very ripe banana for the fluffiest pancakes and best natural sweetness.
- Adjust the chai spices to your personal taste for a customized flavor.
- If the batter is too thick, add a splash of milk (dairy or plant-based) to reach desired consistency.
- These pancakes freeze well; layer with parchment paper and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- For a vegan option, substitute eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water per egg).
Keyword Banana, Chai, Easy, Healthy, Nutritious, Pancakes, Quick