Banana Latkes

Transform your breakfast game with these golden, crispy Banana Latkes—a delightful twist on traditional pancakes that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla. This easy-to-make recipe requires just a handful of pantry staples, including eggs, all-purpose flour, and a touch of sugar, resulting in perfectly balanced flavors. The latkes are pan-fried to perfection in butter or neutral cooking oil, creating a lightly caramelized exterior that contrasts beautifully with their tender interior. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish can be served warm with your favorite toppings, like powdered sugar, maple syrup, or fresh fruit, making it a crowd-pleasing treat for breakfast, brunch, or even as an afternoon snack. Keywords: banana latkes, banana pancakes recipe, easy breakfast ideas, sweet fried latkes, quick brunch recipes, homemade pancake alternatives.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Ripe bananas
• 2 pieces Eggs
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter or neutral cooking oil (for frying)
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the ripe bananas and place them in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Mash the bananas thoroughly using a fork or potato masher until smooth, with only a few small lumps remaining.

Step 2

Crack the eggs into the bowl with the mashed bananas and whisk them together until well combined.

Step 3

Add the all-purpose flour, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the banana mixture. Stir until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add the butter or cooking oil. Allow it to melt and coat the bottom of the pan evenly.

Step 5

Once the pan is hot, spoon about 2 tablespoons of batter per latke into the pan, spacing them a few inches apart to prevent sticking. Use the back of the spoon to gently flatten each latke into a round shape.

Step 6

Cook the latkes for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Flip them carefully with a spatula to avoid breaking. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.

Step 7

Remove the cooked latkes from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the pan if necessary.

Step 9

Optional: Dust the finished banana latkes with powdered sugar before serving for a touch of sweetness.

Step 10

Serve the banana latkes warm on their own or with toppings like maple syrup, yogurt, or fresh fruit. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	347.3 grams (347.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	719

Total Fat 24.60g	32%
Saturated Fat 15.10g	76%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 63mg	21%
Sodium 595mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 120.90g	44%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 49.00g
Protein 9.00g	18%

Vitamin D 18IU	92%
Calcium 39mg	3%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 920mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 65.3%