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A stack of Air Fryer Banana Pancakes layered with banana slices is being drizzled with syrup, served on a white plate with cutlery and a banana beside it.

Air Fryer Banana Pancakes

Air Fryer Banana Pancakes are one of those recipes that make life easier, no matter the day. They’re quick to throw together, cook evenly in the air fryer, and save you from hovering over a hot stove. I like them just as much for a relaxed weekend breakfast with family as I do for busy weekdays, since they store well in the fridge or freezer. You can even make a batch ahead and reheat them later, and they’ll still taste fresh and comforting.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 123kcal
Author: Mandy Applegate

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup mashed overripe banana about 1 ½ bananas
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup milk
  • Banana slices for serving
  • Maple syrup for serving
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Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
    1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon salt
  • In a large bowl, mash the banana. Beat in the egg, then whisk in milk until smooth.
    ¾ cup mashed overripe banana, 1 large egg, ¾ cup milk
  • Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently until combined (batter will be slightly lumpy).
  • Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Pour about ⅓ cup of batter per pancake, leaving space between each.
  • Cook at 350°F (180°C) for 4 minutes, flip, and cook another 2 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.
  • Serve warm with banana slices and maple syrup.
    Banana slices, Maple syrup

Notes

  • Measure carefully: Level off your flour to avoid packing too much into the cup, which can lead to dense pancakes.
  • Use ripe bananas: The spottier and softer your bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your pancakes will be.
  • Don’t overmix: Stir the batter just until combined. Mixing too much can leave the pancakes chewy instead of fluffy.
  • Line the basket: Always use parchment paper in your air fryer basket to keep the batter from sticking or dripping through.
  • Flip gently: A thin spatula works best to flip without tearing the pancakes.
  • Cook in batches: Avoid crowding the basket so each pancake has enough room to cook evenly.
  • Keep warm: If making a larger batch, place cooked pancakes on a plate and cover loosely with foil while you finish the rest.

Nutrition

Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 332mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 102IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 1mg
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