Banana Bread Pancakes: A Cozy Campground Breakfast Favorite 🍌🥞

There’s nothing better than waking up at the campground to the smell of breakfast cooking on the griddle. If you’re looking for a fun twist on traditional pancakes, these Banana Bread Pancakes combine the comforting flavor of homemade banana bread with the fluffy goodness of pancakes. They’re easy to make at your campsite and are sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 1 egg
• ¾ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon melted butter

Optional Toppings

• Sliced bananas
• Chopped walnuts or pecans
• Maple syrup
• Whipped cream
• Chocolate chips

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the mashed banana, egg, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
4. Heat a lightly greased griddle, skillet, or cast-iron pan over medium heat.
5. Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the hot surface for each pancake.
6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges begin to set, about 2–3 minutes.
7. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
8. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Campground Cooking Tips

• Mash the banana and mix the dry ingredients before your trip to save time at the campsite.
• Keep toppings in small containers or resealable bags for easy transport.
• Cook on a flat-top griddle for larger batches when feeding a crowd.

Whether you’re camping with family, friends, or enjoying a peaceful weekend getaway, this simple breakfast recipe is the perfect way to start your day at Salina Campground! 🏕️🍌🥞