These bananas foster pancakes have sauteed caramelized bananas and pecans on top, the bananas are tender inside and crispy on the edges. They're perfect for a quick brunch or Mother's Day. You can also make Peanut Butter Chia Pudding, Yogurt Bowls, Seasonal Veggie Egg Roll-Up.
[This recipe was originally posted in March 2018. It has been updated with new cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]
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How will these bananas foster pancakes make your life easier?
These bananas foster pancakes are not only a special dish that is fit for your favorite people, but it's a great recipe to make with those favorite people. The recipe has a few easy steps that are great for guests or little kids to help with!
Make them with a good pancake mix to save some time and energy. I've been loving Kodiak Cakes as well as Bob's Red Mill whole grain pancake mixes. They've got extra fiber and nutrients with the whole grains, and all of the fluffiness of normal freshly made pancakes.
Need more delicious breakfast inspiration? Check out these great breakfast recipes like Freezer Friendly Breakfast Sandwiches, Apple Omelet with Sharp Cheddar Cheese.
What makes these pancakes so good?
- Whole grain pancake mix
- Butter
- Dark brown sugar
- Salt
- Bananas
- Cinnamon
- Maple syrup
- Pecans
How do I make bananas foster pancakes?
Prepare and cook 1 cup pancake mix, according to mix instructions.
Heat small saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add 2 T butter and 1.5 T brown sugar to pan. Stir until incorporated and bubbly. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
Add 2 sliced ripe bananas to butter and sugar mixture, lower heat to med-low. Stir occasionally until bananas are softened and coated evenly with butter and sugar mixture, about 3-5 minutes. Add ½ tsp cinnamon after bananas are softened. Stir together.
Top pancakes with bananas and pure maple syrup. Add toasted pecans if desired.
Expert Tips
- Use your favorite pancake mix, my 2 favorites are Bob's Red Mill pancake mix & Kodiak Cakes mix.
- Dark brown sugar has a lot of sweet molasses flavor which is great for this recipe. Use dark brown sugar if you have it!
- Make sure to use ripe bananas, they'll have more flavor, be sweeter, and have a softer texture than green ones.
- Don't overcook bananas, they turn to a hard mush
FAQ
What does bananas foster taste like?
Bananas in bananas foster are sauteed in a mixture of butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Rum is traditionally added, but I skipped it in this recipe. These bananas foster top pancakes to add a sweet, caramel banana flavor. Plus the bananas are soft on the inside and crispy on the edges so it's got lots of crunch too!
Can I use a banana instead of an egg in pancakes?
You can use about ¼ cup mashed banana instead of eggs in pancakes, but your pancakes will likely be denser than if you use eggs in the recipe. Test with a small batch before.
How can I make pancakes fluffier?
Don't over mix the batter, it's ok if the batter still has some chunks. And let it stand for longer. You'll notice pancake batter gets really bubbly as it sits. Let it stand for 15-30 minutes to allow baking soda to rise.
What can I make with leftover ingredients?
- Pancake mix: Chocolate Waffles, or do a DIY Waffle Bar.
- Bananas: Add leftover bananas to this PB Banana Chia Pudding, add it to PB Overnight Oats, Regular Overnight Oats, or a smoothie like this Mixed Berry one.
Did you make these bananas foster pancakes? Leave me a comment & rating to share how they turned out!
Easy Bananas Foster Pancakes
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- whisk
- Large Skillet/Griddle
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole grain pancake mix follow mix instructions
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1.5 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- pinch salt
- 2 ripe bananas sliced
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- pure maple syrup
- toasted pecans
Instructions
- Prepare and cook 1 cup pancake mix, according to mix instructions.
- Heat small saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add 2 T butter and 1.5 T brown sugar to pan. Stir until incorporated and bubbly. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
- Add 2 sliced ripe bananas to butter and sugar mixture, lower heat to med-low. Stir occasionally until bananas are softened and coated evenly with butter and sugar mixture, about 3-5 minutes. Add ½ tsp cinnamon after bananas are softened. Stir together.
- Top pancakes with bananas and pure maple syrup. Add toasted pecans if desired.
Notes
- Use your favorite pancake mix, my 2 favorites are Bob's Red Mill pancake mix & Kodiak Cakes mix.
- Dark brown sugar has a lot of sweet molasses flavor which is great for this recipe. Use dark brown sugar if you have it!
- Make sure to use ripe bananas, they'll have more flavor, be sweeter, and have a softer texture than green ones.
- Don't overcook bananas, they turn to a hard mush.
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Samantha Michelle Riley says
Oh my husband would LOVE these! I LOVES bananas!
Rebecca says
yay! bananas are bomb
Katie Uhran says
Oh these look amazing! Is it weird that I was dreaming of pancakes and bacon this morning in my yoga class?
Rebecca says
thanks! and haha! I always dream about food in my exercise classes. especially the morning ones. now I want pancakes & bacon too
Abbey Sharp says
Caramelized bananas are my fav! Really into this tasty stack!
Deborah Brooks says
Oh my those look delicious! My son would love them with the bananas
Rebecca says
yes! the pancakes are delicious on their own, but the addition of bananas just takes them over the edge
Elysia says
These pancakes look amazing! I love the addition of the caramelized bananas! Yum!
Rebecca says
same here! thanks so much
Rachel Frutkin says
Omg these are to die for! Yum!!
Rebecca says
aren't they?! thanks
GiGi Eats says
OMG WHERE WAS THIS RECIPE 2 weeks ago!!!!!! I made pancakes for my husband for his birthday and both batches (two different brands of pancake mix) turned out like crap LOL!!!
Rebecca says
ohhhh no! get Bob's Red Mill or Kodiak Cakes. They're delicious and fool-proof.
Jessica Levinson says
These look so delicious! They are the perfect brunch recipe for Mother's Day!
Rebecca says
aren't they! my mom is great inspiration! These would be super easy for your girls to make 🙂
Annmarie says
I wish I loved bananas because this looks DELICIOUS.
Rebecca says
ahhhhhh haha! oh no! I'm starting to drool thinking of replacing the bananas with apples or pears. that'd be delicious too!
Angela Cardamone @marathonsandmotivation.com says
These look so fabulous! I am sure my entire family will LOVE this for Sunday Brunch 🙂
Rebecca says
thanks! it's a great brunch option
jill conyers says
I've never tried anything bananas foster. This recipes looks like a good place to start.
Rebecca says
yes! it's so easy 🙂