Here’s a delicious and weight-loss-friendly banana pancake recipe — flourless, high in protein, naturally sweet, and ready in minutes. Perfect for a clean, satisfying breakfast!
🍌 Healthy Banana Pancakes for Weight Loss
✅ Why it works:
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No refined flour or sugar
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Naturally sweetened with banana
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High in protein and fiber
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Only a few ingredients!
🧾 Ingredients (makes 4 small pancakes — 1 serving):
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1 ripe banana, mashed
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2 eggs
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2 tbsp rolled oats (optional, for texture and fiber)
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¼ tsp baking powder (makes them fluffier – optional)
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½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
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Pinch of salt
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A few drops vanilla extract (optional)
Optional add-ins:
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1 tsp chia seeds or flaxseed (extra fiber & omega-3s)
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1 scoop protein powder (for muscle support — may need to add a splash of milk if dry)
🍳 Instructions:
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Mash the banana in a bowl until smooth.
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Add eggs, oats (if using), baking powder, cinnamon, and vanilla. Whisk until well combined.
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Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat with a light spray of oil or a teaspoon of coconut oil.
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Pour small rounds of batter into the pan.
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Cook 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown and set. Flip carefully — they’re delicate!
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Serve warm with healthy toppings.
🍓 Healthy Topping Ideas:
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Fresh fruit (berries, sliced kiwi, apples)
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Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
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A drizzle of natural peanut butter or almond butter
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A spoonful of unsweetened applesauce or a touch of pure maple syrup
💡 Tips:
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Use greenish bananas if you want less sugar.
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Add 1 tbsp cottage cheese or Greek yogurt to the batter for extra protein.
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Make a big batch and store in the fridge or freezer for quick breakfasts.
Want a vegan or low-carb (keto) version? I can give you those too!