Coconut Oil Banana Pancakes

These three-ingredient banana pancakes are the simplest seed-oil-free breakfast you can make. The bananas provide natural sweetness and binding, the eggs add structure, and the coconut oil gives you a lightly crisp exterior with a subtle tropical note.

What You Need

• 2 ripe bananas
• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for the pan)
• Optional: pinch of cinnamon, splash of vanilla extract
• Real maple syrup for serving

Instructions

1. Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth. Whisk in the eggs until combined. Add cinnamon or vanilla if using.

1. Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. The lower temperature is important because these pancakes are more delicate than traditional ones.

1. Pour small pancakes (about 3 inches across) and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Flip gently.

1. Serve with real maple syrup, fresh berries, or a pat of butter.

Why Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is roughly 90% saturated fat, which makes it extremely heat-stable. It does not oxidize easily during cooking, unlike the vegetable oil sprays many people reach for. The medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) in coconut oil are also metabolized differently than long-chain fats, providing quick energy.

Tips

• Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best sweetness and texture.
• Keep the pancakes small; they are fragile and flip better when compact.
• These reheat well in a toaster for weekday breakfasts.

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