DESCRIPTION OF AUTUMN SPICE BANANA PANCAKES
Autumn spice banana pancakes blend the comforting flavours of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg with nutritious ingredients for a wholesome start to your day. These pancakes are not only fluffy and satisfying but also include a hint of apple pie spice for that extra touch of autumn. Perfect for a family breakfast or a cosy weekend brunch, these pancakes are sure to delight anyone looking to indulge in the flavours of the season.
RECIPE CATEGORY
- Breakfast
- Brunch
SERVING SIZE
8 servings
CUISINE
American
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
- Fry (Pan-Fry)
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
- Fall
- Thanksgiving
- Weekend Brunch
- Family Breakfast
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
- Healthy
- High Fibre
- Kid Friendly
- Low Fat
DISH TYPE
- Breakfast
- Pancakes
INGREDIENTS FOR AUTUMN SPICE BANANA PANCAKES
- 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Apple Topping:
- 2 apples, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: Approximately 220 per serving
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
PREPARATION FOR AUTUMN SPICE BANANA PANCAKES
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, apple pie spice, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla.
- Make the Batter: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Preheat a Skillet: Heat a lightly oiled skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form and edges are dry, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side.
- Prepare the Apple Topping: In a separate pan, melt butter, add apples and maple syrup, and cook until the apples are soft. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
PREP TIME
10 minutes
COOKING TIME
20 minutes
TIPS FOR AUTUMN SPICE BANANA PANCAKES
- Uniform Cooking: For evenly cooked pancakes, use an ice cream scoop or a small spoon to pour the batter onto the griddle.
- Keeping Them Warm: Keep pancakes warm in a low oven until all are cooked so you can serve them all at once.
VARIATIONS
- Add Nuts: Enhance the texture by adding chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter.
- Chocolate Chip Delight: For a sweet twist, sprinkle a few chocolate chips over the pancakes just before flipping.
PREPPING AND STORAGE GUIDE FOR AUTUMN SPICE BANANA PANCAKES
- Refrigerate: Cool pancakes completely before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Layer pancakes between wax paper and store in freezer bags. Reheat in the microwave or toaster for a quick breakfast.
These “Autumn Spice Banana Pancakes” offer a delightful way to enjoy the essence of fall any day of the week.