Whole Grain Banana Pecan Pancakes

These Whole Grain Banana Pecan Pancakes are a tasty and healthy way to start the day. They are healthy and filling because they are made with whole wheat flour, ripe bananas, and crunchy pecans.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

In another bowl, mix mashed bananas, buttermilk, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract

Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then fold in chopped pecans

Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray

Pour 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the griddle for each pancake

Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on both sides

Serve with maple syrup and additional banana slices and pecans if desired