Banana Pancakes (3 ingredients)

These 3-ingredient banana pancakes are quick, healthy, and ready in minutes. Made with oats, banana, and non-dairy milk, they’re perfect for busy mornings, toddlers, or meal prep!

What better way to kick off the weekend than with pancakes?

Even better—easy banana pancakes that require just 3 simple ingredients and come together in minutes.

With so many pancake recipes online, it’s hard to find one that is quick, easy, and nutritious. In my opinion, pancakes shouldn’t be complicated or require a long list of ingredients. Mornings are busy enough—and this recipe is here to make breakfast a breeze!

So what’s in these pancakes? Oats, non-dairy milk, and banana. That’s it!

No flour, no added sugar, and no stress. Just blend, cook, and enjoy.

These 3-ingredient pancakes are vegan (made with non-dairy milk), gluten-free (be sure to use certified gluten-free oats), naturally sweetened, thanks to the banana (use a ripe banana for more sweetness), and oil-free. To keep this recipe oil-free, use a non-stick pan so you don’t have to add butter or oil.

Honestly, they taste just like regular pancakes, if not better! They’re light, fluffy, and won’t leave you feeling heavy. A perfect weekend breakfast that’s sweet, healthy, and loved by the whole family.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Only 3 ingredients
• Easy to make
• Ready in 10 minutes
• Kid-friendly
• Customizable
• Vegan, gluten-free & naturally sweetened

Ingredients Needed

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• Banana: Use extra ripe bananas for a sweet flavor. Banana’s are high in potassium and fiber.
• Oats: Rolled oats, quick oats, or old fashioned oats will all work. Oats are high in many nutrients, including fiber, protein, vitamins, and various minerals. Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
• Non-Dairy Milk: Any dairy-free milk will work in this recipe (almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, cashew milk, etc.). You can also use dairy milk if you are not vegan.

How to Make 3 Ingredient Banana Pancakes

1. Blend the Ingredients: Add the banana, oats, and non-dairy milk to a blender. Toss in any optional add-ins, like cinnamon or vanilla extract. Blend until smooth. If you’re using blueberries or chocolate chips, gently stir them in after blending.
2. Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour the batter into small pancakes (about 1/4 cup each). Cook for 2–3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to set.
3. Flip & Finish: Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1–2 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Serve warm with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

Tips for the Best Banana Pancakes

• Use a really ripe banana to get the sweetest flavor! The riper the banana is, the sweeter the pancakes will be and the less banana flavor you will taste.
• Use a non-stick pan so you don’t have to add butter to the pan.
• Cook low and slow.

Optional Add-ins

These banana pancakes are already delicious as-is—simple is always better in my opinion! But if you’d like to boost the flavor or add even more nutrients, here are some ideas:

• Cinnamon: add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon.
• Hemp seeds: high in protein and fiber. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons.
• Ground flaxseed: a good source of omega-3s. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons.
• Pinch of salt: to enhance the flavors.
• Vanilla extract: adds a depth of flavor. I would add 1/2 teaspoon.
• Chocolate chips: turn them into chocolate chip pancakes by mixing in 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (don’t blend them into the batter, just stir them in).
• Blueberries: make blueberry pancakes by mixing in 1/4 cup blueberries (again, don’t blend them into the batter, just stir them in).

Pancake Topping Ideas

• Fresh fruit: my personal favorite! I like adding sliced banana and any berries I have on hand (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, etc).
• Nut butter: add a drizzle of your favorite nut butter for protein and healthy fats. I love peanut butter or almond butter. Plus, banana and peanut butter is the ultimate combo.
• Maple syrup: what’s pancakes without maple syrup?
• Non-dairy yogurt: add a dollop of your favorite yogurt for gut-healthy nutrients.
• Jam: serve these pancakes with a spoonful of my 3 Ingredient Chia Jam.

Frequently Asked Questions

More Healthy Breakfast Recipes

• The Best Chia Pudding
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Pudding
• Easy Granola Yogurt Cups
• Healthy Blueberry Muffins

If you make this recipe, please be sure to leave a comment and ★★★★★ star rating below. Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram so I can see your creations!