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October 28, 2020 By Kylie - Curated Life Studio 22 Comments

How To Make Fluffy Banana Pancakes (Gluten Free, Vegan)

The Best Gluten Free Banana Pancakes Recipe! Soft, fluffy & moist – you won’t believe this homemade recipe contains no egg, no sugar and is prepared using oat flour and almond flour! The best bit? It’s simple to prepare and SO delicious!


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It was first light. It seemed like the entire world was sleeping except for a kookaburra singing outside the bedroom window. On tippy-toes, I gradually opened my bedroom door inch-by-inch. Every time the door hinge squeaked, I paused, stopped breathing and listened tentatively.

My mum didn’t like to be woken.

Now that I’m older, I don’t either. I’m not a morning person. But oddly enough as a 7-year-old girl, I would sneak into the kitchen every Sunday morning and prepare banana pancakes. Even then, feeding people was natural to me. Especially when it comes to breakfast.

There was something magical about being the first person in the kitchen. Pulling out bowls, mashing ripe bananas with a fork, stirring the thick batter as the world wakes around you. Slowly, dishevelled faces appear, turning on kettles, sitting at the table feverishly waiting for a stack of  fluffy pancakes.

Now that I’m older, preparing this recipe from scratch has become intuitive. I don’t need measurements – they are known. Even as I have tinkered with the ingredients to make it sugar-free and gluten-free, the recipe tastes identical to the first day I prepared it. In fact, I would go as far to say it’s the best gluten-free Banana Pancakes recipe I’ve tried – ever!

Ripe bananas, reminiscent of vanilla, nutty almond and gooey maple syrup pair perfectly with a morning coffee and a sprinkle of pecans. There is no better meal for breakfast or brunch. 

I am so humbled to share this recipe with you – I’m sure you’ll love it as much as I do! ๐Ÿ™‚


Looking down on a bed draped in white linen, and a stack of fluffy banana pancakes sitting on a rustic wooden tray, beside a jar of eucalyptus leaves.

Why you’ll Love This Recipe:

  • EGG FREE – Prepared using flax-meal and almond milk, these homemade banana pancakes are egg-free, dairy-free and vegan! 
  • SUGAR FREE – Prepared with no refined sugar or sweeteners, this whole-food pancake recipe is super healthy (and delicious!)

  • FLUFFY & GLUTEN-FREE – These pancakes are so fluffy you won’t believe they’re are gluten-free!

  • PROTEIN – Prepared using a balance of almond flour and gluten-free oat flour, these pancakes are nutty and protein-packed, to keep you feeling fuller for longer.

A stack of banana pancakes presented on a rustic wooden tray beside antique silver cutlery.

Healthy Banana Pancakes: 

If you’ve ever asked yourself “why are banana pancakes healthy?” I’ve got you covered.

This Banana Pancake recipe contains a number of nutritious and whole food ingredients. Some of my favourite being:

BANANA – Although bananas contain fibre and various antioxidants including vitamin C, they are commonly recommended as a potassium source. Potassium helps regulate fluid balance, muscle contractions and nerve signals. It’s thought to help reduce blood pressure and prevent against stroke and osteoporosis.1

ALMOND FLOUR – Almond flour contains less carbohydrates than wheat flour, however is higher fat making it more calorie dense. Despite this, research does not support a link with consuming almonds with weight gain. In addition to being a great gluten-free alternative, almond flour is incredibly nutritious containing vitamin E, manganese, magnesium and being high in fibre, containing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.2

OATS – Oats are commonly known for their nutritional and health benefits. Rich in fibre, magnesium and zinc, research supports that consuming oats suppresses appetite, keeping you fuller for longer, and supporting weight loss. Oats are also known to contain compounds that contain antioxidants which reduce chronic inflammation.3

OATS & GLUTEN SENSITIVITY – While whole oats are naturally gluten-free, oats are commonly processed in facilities containing gluten which can cause contamination. For this reason, if you have a gluten-intolerance, it’s important to select gluten-free brands only and check the food regulations in your country. If you have coeliac disease, it’s best to seek advice from a medical practitioner as oat consumption can trigger an immune response for some individuals. 

In Australia, due to Government Food Standard Regulations, it is not possible to label oats “gluten-free”. Therefore select brands which outline “uncontaminated”, “wheat free” or “low gluten”.


  1. Healthline. 2020. What Does Potassium Do For Your Body? A Detailed Review. [online] Available at: Healthline [Accessed 23 September 2020].
  2. The Nutrition Source. 2020. Almonds. [online] Available at: Harvard C.H Chan School of Public Health [Accessed 23 September 2020].
  3. The Nutrition Source. 2020. Oats. [online] Available at: Harvard C.H Chan School of Public Health [Accessed 23 September 2020].

A large wooden rustic bed with shelves with a careful selection of books and perfume. In the middle of the bed is a round wooden tray filled with a stack of gluten-free banana pancakes, silver antique cutlery and a fresh bouquet of eucalyptus leaves.

Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes FAQ & Tips:

CAN YOU FREEZE BANANA PANCAKES?

Freezing Banana Pancakes is incredibly simple, if you remember a few helpful tips.

HOW TO FREEZE BANANA PANCAKES:
1. Be sure to freeze your pancakes before you include any syrup or delicious toppings like berries or banana;

2. Prepare pancakes as directed by the recipe and allow them to cool completely. Layer each pancake between waxed paper in a freezer bag or container. Seal and freeze for up to 2 months.

CAN BANANA PANCAKES BE REHEATED?

There a few different ways to re-heat your homemade banana pancakes.

OVEN – Reheating a large batch of pancakes is best achieved in the oven. Turn the oven to 110 degrees C and distribute the frozen pancakes on some baking paper. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until warm. Remember to top with your favourite fruit and garnishes!

MICROWAVE – Place 2 frozen pancakes on a microwave safe plate and microwave for between 1 to 1 ยฝ minutes, or until warm.

TOASTER – Place the frozen pancakes in the toaster and heat until warmed. Be sure to keep an eye on them because they can easily burn. Top with your garnishes and brekkie is served!

BEST BANANA PANCAKE TOPPING

The below toppings are absolutely perfect served on top of your homemade banana pancakes.

FRUIT TOPPINGS:
– Apricots
– Fresh bananas
– Blackberries
– Blueberries
– Cherries
– Dates
– Dried Figs
– Mango
– Orange
– Passionfruit pulp
– Pomegranate
– Raisins
– Raspberries
– Strawberries

SAUCES & SPREAD TOPPINGS:
– Banana liquor
– Butter
– Butterscotch cream
– Caramel
– Chocolate
– Cream
– Custard
– Honey
– Ice cream
– Peanut butter
– Maple syrup
– Rum
– Yoghurt

NUT TOPPINGS:
– Almonds
– Cashews
– Macadamia Nuts
– Pecans
– Walnuts

More Plant-Based Breakfasts to Try:

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Smashed Avocado On Toast + 3 Variations

Vegan, Dairy Free Banana Bread

Quinoa Porridge with Rhubarb Compote


Banana Pancakes Photography:

Birds-eye view of a brunette woman sleeping, cuddling a tan caboodle in bed, surrounded by white linen bedsheets,
Light flooding the room through some horizontal plantation shutters onto a white marble counter. Oat flour falling into a 's' shape formation into a white antique mixing bowl. Beside the bowl, is a small jar filled with cinnamon.
A white ceramic mixing bowl sits in the background as a hand presses firmly on a fork, mashing the ripened banana into a paste.
Birds-eye view peering into the white anti mixing bowl. Inside, a wooden spoon stirs the ingredients together. A mixture of sweet vanilla, ripe banana, cinnamon and flour. Beside the bowl sits a small jar of raisins, waiting to be included to the mixture.
A girl faces a wall with a large woollen robe draped over her shoulder. Her hair is dark, brunette and tied messily in a ponytail. On a white wall beside her, faint lines of light paint the wall, reminiscent of the morning.
Peering through the eucalyptus foliage, a stack of banana pancakes presented on a rustic wooden tray beside antique silver cutlery.
Birds-eye view of a woman sitting on the bed beside the wooden tray filled with banana pancakes, overflowing in fresh banana and toasted pecans.
Light flooding the room from behind where a hand drizzles some sticky maple syrup onto the stack of delicious pancakes. A solitary pecan has fallen from the stack and lays on the wooden board.
A macro image of the stack of banana pancakes. In the foreground sits a jar spilling with eucalyptus leaves and a small pink ceramic jar filled with maple syrup.
A close up of the bedlinen messily scattered over the bed. Breakfast is finished and the day now begins.
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Fluffy Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes

The Best Banana Pancakes Recipe! Soft, fluffy & moist – you won't believe this homemade recipe contains no egg, no sugar and is prepared using oat flour and almond flour! The best bit? It's simple to prepare and SO delicious!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 10 pancakes

Ingredients:

Banana Pancake Dry Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
  • 1 cup gluten-free oat flour*
  • 1/4 cup tapioca flour (arrowroot)
  • 1 cup almond meal
  • 1 tbsp gluten-free baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt

Banana Pancake Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • 1/2 cup filtered water
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil plus more for brushing
  • 2 medium-sized bananas mashed with a fork
  • 4 tbsp dried raisins

Instructions:

Prepare Pancake Dry Ingredients

  • In a small ramekin combine 1 tbsp ground flax with 3 tbsp of water. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, include the gluten-free oat flour, almond meal, tapioca flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon and sea salt. Stir with a wooden spoon until the dry ingredients are well combined.

Prepare Pancake Wet Ingredients

  • Dig a 'well' in the centre of the dry ingredients and include the calmond milk, 1/2 cup of water, maple syrup, vanilla extract and extra virgin olive oil. Stir the wet and the dry ingredients together until combined. (If the mixture is too thick, include an additional 1/4 cup of water)
  • Include the mashed banana and raisins into the mixture and stir until combined.

Cook the Banana Pancakes

  • Place a medium non-stick frying pan over medium heat and lightly grease with olive oil. Cook ยผ cupfuls of the mixture, in batches, for 3โ€“4 minutes each side or until golden brown and cooked through.ย 
  • Serve in a stack with your sliced banana, maple syrup and freshly toasted pecans! Bon Appรฉtit! ๐Ÿ™‚

Notes:

* Oat Flour Substitute – Measure the same quantity of rolled oats and blitz them in a blender, food processor or NutriBullet until finely ground. 

Nutrition:

Nutrition Facts
Fluffy Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 340 Calories from Fat 188
% Daily Value*
Fat 20.9g32%
Saturated Fat 9.1g57%
Sodium 108mg5%
Potassium 440mg13%
Carbohydrates 39.4g13%
Fiber 4.7g20%
Sugar 19.7g22%
Protein 4.3g9%
Calcium 38mg4%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclosure:

Equipment: This recipe may contain links to products and equipment that I use and love myself. The links may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click the link and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission, at no additional cost to you.

Nutrition: The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator and does not include any other condiments or garnishes. Although Curated Life Studio attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered as estimates and do not replace or substitute a professional nutritionistโ€™s advice.

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Kylie - Curated Life Studio

Hey There, I’m Kylie. My passion is plant-based recipes and I want to help you create something gorgeous!

I believe in taking a slow approachย to food โ€“ to eat locally, seasonally and consciously.

When Iโ€™m not taking photos, you can find me wandering the coastal paths of South-East Australia.

Filed Under: Autumn, Breakfast, Dessert, Egg Free, Gluten-free, Spring, Summer, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole Grains, Winter

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Comments

  1. Nikki Wayne says

    December 29, 2020 at 5:11 am

    I’ll surely love these pancakes. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    Reply
    • Kylie - Curated Life Studio says

      January 1, 2021 at 7:09 am

      My pleasure Nikki, I’m sure you’ll love them! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  2. Knashz says

    December 29, 2020 at 6:25 am

    Gluten free? Sounds great for those who prefer their food without gluten! Banana pancakes sound delightful!

    Reply
    • Kylie - Curated Life Studio says

      January 1, 2021 at 7:10 am

      I love being able to include options that all people can enjoy despite their dietary restrictions! Thanks for your comment Knashz.

      Reply
  3. Kileen says

    December 30, 2020 at 1:39 am

    It’s so incredible that you would make your family breakfast when you were 7! These pancakes look really yummy with all of those toppings! I loooove pancakes so much!

    Reply
    • Kylie - Curated Life Studio says

      January 1, 2021 at 7:10 am

      I know, right? Pancakes are the best! It is the toppings which make all the difference though! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  4. Krysten Quiles says

    December 30, 2020 at 2:16 pm

    Oh my gosh those look DELISH, I would be totally down for trying these!

    Reply
    • Kylie - Curated Life Studio says

      January 1, 2021 at 7:11 am

      Thanks Krysten! I would love to hear how they turn out! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  5. Renata Feyen says

    December 30, 2020 at 2:31 pm

    Wow, at 7 already making things like banana pancakes. I never tried those but they look amazing ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  6. rachel says

    December 30, 2020 at 6:38 pm

    Oooh! These look SUPER good! And all of those toppings sound awesome!

    Reply
  7. Ayesha says

    December 31, 2020 at 10:25 am

    Your pancakes look so yummy! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‘Œ You’re making me hungry with your post. Thanks for the recipe

    Reply
  8. Marjie Mare says

    December 31, 2020 at 6:33 pm

    My daughters and I love banana bread but we never thought about making banana pancakes.

    Thanks for sharing, we’re going to prepare these over the weekend!

    Reply
  9. Heidi says

    December 31, 2020 at 7:29 pm

    This looks so delicious. I Love pancakes!

    (And your photographs are stunning!)

    Reply
  10. Loree L says

    January 1, 2021 at 6:55 am

    I tried this recipe as a New Year’s breakfast and WOW! I had no idea that healthy banana pancakes could be so delicious!

    Reply
    • Kylie - Curated Life Studio says

      January 1, 2021 at 7:08 am

      Thanks Loree! I love how deceptively delicious this recipe is! Happy New Year! ๐Ÿ™‚ x

      Reply
  11. Kimberly says

    January 1, 2021 at 6:58 am

    I’m was so surprised that this recipe contained no eggs. I was a little sceptical at first but they were perfect!

    Reply
    • Kylie - Curated Life Studio says

      January 1, 2021 at 7:07 am

      That’s made my day Kimberly, I’m so glad to hear you loved them! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  12. Darnell Gooding says

    January 1, 2021 at 7:00 am

    I had a few brown bananas I wasn’t sure what to do with – these turned out amazing! So fluffy and moist! I’ll be trying these again for sure, thank you.

    Reply
  13. Liane Rezentes says

    January 1, 2021 at 7:02 am

    I love these these pancakes are made with almond meal! They turned out soo nutty and fluffy – it was such a morning treat. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Kylie - Curated Life Studio says

      January 1, 2021 at 7:06 am

      I’m so glad you liked them, Liane! I always love playing around with recipes and trying to make them gluten-free. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  14. Corinne says

    January 4, 2021 at 6:32 am

    I am so grateful I stumbled on this recipe – I’ve been looking for an almond flour pancake recipe for ages.

    They turned out delicious, my kids love them! Thank you.

    Reply
  15. Bespoke Traveler says

    January 12, 2021 at 6:05 pm

    How timely for me…I’m just looking to get into a healthier way to make pancakes at home. Wishing you the very best in the new year.

    Reply

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