Vegan Gluten Free Banana Pancakes

Total time35 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time20 min

Mashed ripe bananas bring natural sweetness and a soft, tender texture to these pancakes, with a touch of cinnamon and vanilla warming up every bite. The gluten free flour blend gives the batter structure while a short rest lets everything hydrate into a thick, scoopable consistency that griddles up beautifully. Each pancake develops that classic bubbled, matte surface before flipping to a golden-brown finish with a springy, pillowy center. A drizzle of maple syrup on top plays nicely with the banana flavor without overpowering it. These come together in one bowl with minimal fuss, making them an easy weekend breakfast that fits neatly into a vegan kitchen. Keep the batches warm in a low oven so everyone gets to sit down to a hot stack at the same time.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 ½ cups gluten free flour
Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking Flour Pillsbury Best Gluten Free All Purpose Flour Blend - 24 Oz Bob's Red Mill Baking Flour, 1 to 1, Gluten Free Pillsbury Best Gluten Free Multi-Purpose Gluten Free Flour Blend Good & Gather Gluten Free Flour Blend
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2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp ground cinnamon
2 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about ¾ cup)
1 cup milk
Chef's tip
Use plain, unsweetened soy milk, measured 1:1. It's one of the most reliable milk swaps and works in sauces, custards, and baked goods. For hot or acidic drinks, a barista-style soy milk resists curdling.
2 large eggs
Chef's tip
For each egg, mix 1 tbsp ground flaxseed with 3 tbsp water and let it sit until it thickens. It holds ingredients together but won't make things rise - best in pancakes, muffins, and cookies.
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the griddle
Chef's tip
Use a stick or block-style dairy-free butter - not a soft tub spread - and swap one-for-one.
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

1
Whisk together the gluten free flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
2
In a small mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until nearly smooth with only small lumps remaining. Add the milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup, if using, and whisk until combined.

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