Banana Pancake Dippers
Banana Pancake Dippers are delightful, bite-sized snacks that combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with fluffy pancake batter. Perfectly portable and easy to make, these dippers serve as a quick breakfast, fun after-school snack, or anytime treat. Their convenience, natural flavor, and versatility make them a favorite for all ages.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 24 bite-sized dippers 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free flour substitution)
Banana Batter
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for nuttier flavor)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking
- Butter or oil, for frying
- Prepare the Banana Batter: Start by mashing ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Combine the dry ingredients with the mashed bananas, then add eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir everything until just combined; a slightly lumpy batter is perfect for fluffy dippers.
- Heat Your Pan and Add Butter: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter or oil. This ensures your Banana Pancake Dippers get a beautiful golden crust without sticking.
- Scoop and Fry the Dippers: Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, drop dollops of batter onto the heated surface. Keep the dippers bite-sized by placing them close but not touching. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cooked Banana Pancake Dippers and allow them to cool slightly before serving. This step helps them firm up a bit and makes them easier to enjoy as a snack.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for maximum natural sweetness and flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter; a slightly lumpy texture makes for fluffier dippers.
- Maintain medium heat to cook evenly and prevent burning.
- Use a small cookie scoop or teaspoon to keep dippers uniform in size.
- Try dipping sauces like maple syrup, yogurt, peanut butter, or chocolate sauce for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 dippers
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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