This easy Plantain Pancakes Recipe is the perfect high-protein breakfast. On the table in minutes and just as good when reheated from the freezer!
While I do most of the cooking in our house, my husband has become sort of an expert pancake maker. He makes pancakes for the kids at least once a week and it’s the most adorable thing. He gets out the griddle and they all gather around the kitchen island together as he whips up some pancake concoction. He always makes multiple batches and then freezes them for the boys for later meals.
Most recently, he has been into making banana pancakes but a few weeks ago, he asked me to pick up plantains. He started experimenting with half plantain / half banana and then a version with all plantains.
This recipe was developed there and I had to share it with you guys. These Plantain Pancakes are so light and fluffy and the texture is on-point. They freeze incredibly well and reheat in minutes.
The secret is the food processor (or blender). You need to aerate the eggs before adding the plantains. Also, you really need those plantains pulverized and mashing just doesn’t cut it. This also means the prep time is minutes. We like to use an electric griddle but a frying pan works just as well.
Either way – I know you are going to love this simple recipe and I can’t wait to hear what you think!
NOTES:
- Electric griddles are an easy way to cook a lot of pancakes at once. If you have room for one, I highly recommend getting one!
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This easy Plantain Pancakes Recipe is the perfect high-protein breakfast. On the table in minutes and just as good when reheated from the freezer!
- food processor OR blender
- griddle OR frying pan
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch finely ground sea salt
- 8 ounces ripe plantains
- organic virgin coconut oil (or butter) for cooking
- pure maple syrup for serving
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Crack eggs into the bowl of a food processor OR blender.
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Process until eggs are foamy, about 45 seconds to 1 minute.
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Add cinnamon, salt and peeled plantains. Process until smooth.
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Heat griddle to 325F (OR frying pan to medium heat). Once hot, add cooking fat and then pancakes. I like to use a 1 T measure and make each pancakes 2 T. I have found these to be the perfect size if you want them fluffy and easy to flip.
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Cook 2 to 3 minutes and flip. Cook another 2 to 3 minutes. Serve topped with butter (optional) and pure maple syrup and Enjoy!
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To freeze for later: cool cooked pancakes on a baking sheet or plate in a single layer. Once completely cool, store in a freezer bag or other freezer safe container for up to one month. To Reheat: toast or heat in a non-stick frying pan until warmed through. You can also place a large amount on a baking sheet and reheat in a preheated 325F oven for 10 to 15 minutes. I do not recommend reheating in the microwave as the texture changes and can be spongy.
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Shivanie says
February 24, 2019 at 6:47 amLooks really yummy! I will be sure to try this recipe! I make a savory variation of these, where I add oats, garlic, chilli peppers and salt.
EverydayMaven says
February 25, 2019 at 1:25 pmThat sounds amazing Shivanie! Let me know how you like these 🙂
MaryA says
May 15, 2018 at 8:24 pmI actually found some plantains in the dollar store it’s a really nice dollar store 🙂 anyway I bought two of them I had never cooked with them before I made the pancakes and they’re good. The question I have is it normal for the plantain to be just a little bit pink inside?
EverydayMaven says
June 17, 2018 at 10:26 pmSome plantains can have some pink on the inside.https://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/food-nutrition/natural-foods/natural-food-plantain.htm
Art from My Table says
July 20, 2017 at 12:04 pmI love recipes that have simple ingredients and come together quickly!
EverydayMaven says
July 25, 2017 at 3:25 pmPerfect weeknight dishes!
Ashley says
July 19, 2017 at 11:25 amI can’t wait to try these for breakfast!
EverydayMaven says
July 25, 2017 at 3:24 pmHope you love them!
Karla says
April 11, 2017 at 11:43 amCan you make these with bananas? Or will that change the pancake in a bad way?
EverydayMaven says
April 11, 2017 at 9:51 pmYes and they are really good! The texture is a little different as bananas aren’t as starchy as plantains but still really good!
Carrie says
December 4, 2016 at 6:34 amWhat an awesome way to kick off the day!!!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
December 3, 2016 at 7:49 pmThat’s so sweet that your husband makes pancakes for the family! Love this idea!
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
December 3, 2016 at 5:59 pmMight just have to make these for Sunday Breakfast tomorrow!
The Food Hunter says
December 2, 2016 at 1:19 pmI bet they were fabulous! Might need to try this sometime
Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos says
December 2, 2016 at 2:48 amWhat a deliciously brilliant way to start the day! I have never used plantains in pancakes before but I need to give it a try.
Kim Beaulieu says
December 1, 2016 at 10:36 pmThese look absolutely amazing. I love that you used plantains. My hubby is also the resident pancake expert. I don’t know why but I really don’t enjoy making pancakes. I tend to wander off and over cook them. He always makes them perfectly. The kids know to ask him if they want yummy pancakes, lol.
Brandy | Nutmeg Nanny says
December 1, 2016 at 6:27 pmI’ve never used plantains before! What a great idea!
Jennifer Farley says
December 1, 2016 at 10:10 amThis is making me realize how long it has been since I’ve enjoyed plantains! These look amazing.
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says
November 30, 2016 at 10:29 pmI haven’t used plantains in AGES! These pancakes sound like a great way to put them to delicious use!
Lora @savoringitaly says
November 30, 2016 at 6:31 pmMy mom has an electric griddle and makes the best pancakes on them. Love the ideas of plantain pancakes!!
Lauren Kelly Nutrition says
November 30, 2016 at 1:08 pmWhat a fabulous idea! I always forget about plantains!