Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes

Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes

One of my favorite breakfast foods is pancakes. Over the years, there’s no telling how many batches of pancakes I’ve made. when I first started cooking, I simply made plain pancakes. Which are great, don’t get me wrong. Then I moved on to classics like blueberry and chocolate chip pancakes. Now I’ve graduated to making extra special pancakes like my Bananas Foster pancakes when the family comes over on the weekends. But lately, my favorite has become these banana macadamia nut pancakes.

Why You’ll Love This Banana Pancake Recipe

These bananas are so good, you’ll fall in love from the first bite, and rest assured, there’s a lot to love about them!

• These pancakes are thick, soft, fluffy, and so good.
• The recipe is so easy to make! The pancake batter recipe is basic but delicious, and the topping is simple.
• Speaking of simple, this recipe uses basic, easy ingredients. The only things you’ll probably have to shop for are these bananas and the macadamia nuts.

Tips and Variations

This is an incredibly simple recipe, but even so, I have some tips that will help you make them even better. I also have some great variations to keep things fresh and fun.

Tips

• Mix your batter slowly and only until just combined to ensure your pancakes are thick and fluffy.
• Always let your batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes to let the gluten rest. Again, this helps keep the pancakes fluffy.
• Don’t slice your bananas, for topping these pancakes, until right before serving to ensure they don’t turn brown.

Variations

• Top with syrup
• Top with peanut butter (PB and bananas!)
• Add fresh blueberries
• Top with whipped cream

Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes FAQ

If you have questions about these banana macadamia nut pancakes, then I have some answers! The following FAQ answers the most commonly asked questions about this recipe.

How long do banana pancakes last in the fridge?

These pancakes will last for 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator.

Can you freeze banana pancakes?

Yes! Wrap them in plastic wrap and then place them in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag for up to 2 months.

How do you defrost pancakes?

Simply leave them in the refrigerator overnight.

How do you reheat pancakes?

Place the pancakes on a baking sheet in a single layer and cover it with foil. Then bake for 5 to 10 minutes at 350 degrees. This will heat the pancakes through without drying them out.

Why are my pancakes tough?

Tough pancakes are usually the result of overmixing, mixing too vigorously, not letting the batter rest, or a combination of all three.

How to Store Leftover Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes

Place your leftover pancakes in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days or freeze them for up to 2 months. To freeze your pancakes, wrap them in plastic wrap and then place them in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag.

Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes Ingredients

It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this basic recipe. You’ll probably have most of them in your kitchen already, and everything else is easily found at your local grocery store.

• All-purpose flour
• Sugar
• Baking soda
• Salt
• Baking powder
• Large eggs
• Buttermilk
• Chopped bananas
• Macadamia nuts
• Butter & syrup

How to Make Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes

Making these delicious pancakes is easy as pie, er, pancakes. It only takes a few simple steps.

Step 1: Combine Dry Pancake Ingredients

Whisk flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and baking powder together in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2: Combine Wet Pancake Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk eggs and buttermilk together.

Step 3: Mix the Pancake Batter

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir slowly and gently until just combined. The batter will be lumpy.

Step 4: Add the Bananas and Macadamia Nuts

Add the bananas and macadamia nuts and gently fold them into the batter. Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 5: Cook the Pancakes

Lightly butter or oil your griddle and preheat it to 400 degrees, or melt butter on a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Then, use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to add the batter to the griddle. Flip the pancakes with a spatula when the tops of them are covered with bubbles and some have popped and the underside is golden brown.

Step 6: Top and Serve

Top the pancakes with sliced bananas and more macadamia nuts and serve hot with butter and syrup.

More Banana Recipes

Banana Cream Pie – A quick, no bake banana cream pie recipe that is made with a graham cracker crust, banana pudding, vanilla wafers, and whipped topping.

Dark Chocolate Banana Poke Cake – A rich and delicious chocolate cake that is filled with a delicious banana filling, and topped with vanilla wafers.

Banana Pecan Bread – This bread is super easy to make and is loaded with delicious ripe bananas, tasty pecans, and then bake to perfection.

Try this Bananas Foster French Toast Casserole from Deliciously Seasoned. This French toast recipe is loaded with sliced bananas that are mixed with brown sugar and cinnamon, and then baked to perfection. It’s the perfect dish for breakfast or brunch!