Ingredients (Serves 2–3 kids)

· 1 large ripe banana

· 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a healthier version)

· 1 teaspoon baking powder

· 1 tablespoon cocoa powder

· 1 tablespoon sugar or honey (optional)

· 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

· 1 large egg

· 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

· A pinch of salt

· chocolate chips (optional, for extra fun)

· butter or oil for cooking

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mash the Banana

· Peel the banana and mash it thoroughly in a bowl until smooth.

· Tip: Slightly chunky banana gives a natural sweetness and texture that kids love.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients

· Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana.

· Whisk until well combined.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients

· In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt.

4. Make the Pancake Batter

· Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.

· Stir gently until just combined. (Don’t overmix — lumpy batter makes fluffier pancakes.)

· Optional: Fold in a handful of chocolate chips for a melty surprise.

5. Cook the Pancakes

· Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.

· Pour ¼ cup batter for each pancake onto the pan.

· Cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook another 2 minutes until golden brown.

6. Serve and Enjoy

· Stack the pancakes on a plate.

· Top with fresh banana slices, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, honey, or nut butter.

· Serve warm and watch the kids gobble them up!

Tips for Perfect Kid-Friendly Pancakes

· Banana ripeness matters: The riper, the sweeter and softer the pancakes.

· Make it fun: Use cookie cutters for shapes or add colorful fruits on top.

· Health boost: Replace ¼ of flour with oats or add a spoon of flaxseed for extra fiber.

· Storage: Refrigerate leftover pancakes and reheat on a pan or toaster for a quick breakfast.

✅ Time-Saving Hack: Mash banana directly in the blender with milk and egg, then pour dry ingredients and blend briefly — pancake batter ready in under 5 minutes!

 

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Balasahana Suresh

12/03/2026 11:51 AM