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Banana pancake is a sweet breakfast or snack made by adding banana to classic pancake batter.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Banana pancake (80 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.6 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
144
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
25.6g
· 9% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 10% · Fat 18%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.88 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 144 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 30 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 90 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 150 g | 270 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 160 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
To make banana pancakes, mash a ripe banana and mix it with egg and milk, then stir in flour until the batter is smooth. Cook small portions in a lightly greased pan, turning them once the tops begin to set.
Banana pancakes typically contain banana, flour, egg, and milk; some recipes also use baking powder or cinnamon. The banana adds sweetness and moisture, while the other ingredients help the batter hold together as it cooks.
Yes, you can make banana pancakes without wheat flour by using finely ground oats instead. The pancakes will be softer and denser than flour-based ones, so make them small and turn them gently after the underside has set.
Yes, banana pancakes can be made without eggs, though they may be more delicate. Use a little extra mashed banana or a prepared egg substitute to help bind the batter, and wait until each pancake is set before flipping.
Banana pancakes often fall apart when the batter is too wet or they are flipped before the underside has cooked. Add a little more flour, cook over medium heat, and wait until the edges look set before turning them.
Yes, banana pancakes freeze well. Let them cool completely, separate them with baking paper, and store them in an airtight container; reheat from thawed in a pan or microwave for a quick breakfast.
Banana pancakes keep for a short time in the refrigerator when stored in a sealed container. Cool them before storing, and reheat until hot; discard them if they have an unusual smell or appearance.
Banana pancakes can be a nourishing breakfast, especially when made with whole-grain flour and served with fruit or plain yogurt. Syrup and sweet toppings add extra sugar, so keep them modest if you want a less-sweet meal.
Ripe bananas work best in banana pancakes because they mash easily and taste sweeter. Very firm bananas are harder to blend into the batter and contribute less sweetness, while heavily browned but sound bananas are usually fine to use.
Banana pancakes pair well with fresh berries, plain yogurt, or a small handful of nuts. These toppings complement the banana without needing much syrup; for a more filling breakfast, add a source of protein such as yogurt.
Vitamins
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.76µg · 6% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
52mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Sodium
144mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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A banana pancake is made by adding mashed or sliced banana to a familiar pancake batter, then cooking it in a pan. Flour, egg and milk are common batter ingredients, while the banana adds sweetness and keeps the middle soft. Depending on the recipe, the pancakes may be small and fluffy or closer to a thin crêpe.
Serve banana pancakes warm for breakfast or brunch, often stacked with fresh banana, syrup or honey; they also make an easy snack. In many English-speaking homes, yogurt or berries are popular toppings alongside the sweeter choices. They are mainly a carbohydrate-rich, sweet dish, with some protein from the batter. For a less sugary serving, use ripe banana for sweetness and go light on the syrup.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.