Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes
Pancakes are a girl’s best friend. I have finally mastered the perfect chocolate chip pancake recipe. AND it’s only 6 ingredients!
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I used to buy pre-packaged pancake mix from the grocery store, but if you’ve ever glanced at the ingredient list, then you know the ingredients are never-ending. There are so many hidden ingredients in processed pancake mixes, so I decided to stop buying them and make a healthier version at home.
The golden rule is to stay away from foods that have more than 5 ingredients in them. If an ingredient on a food label sounds foreign to you, it likely isn’t beneficial for your health. Look out for high-fructose corn syrup, vegetable/canola oil, and artificial sweeteners. They are often hidden in foods and easily missed when quickly glancing at a label.
With that being said, chocolate chip pancakes are my favorite kind of pancakes to make. Banana, oat flour, whole wheat flour, and almond milk are the ingredients used for the bulk of this recipe. The more natural ingredients, the better. Bananas are high in potassium and oatmeal is rich in carbohydrates. It’s a perfect pre or post-workout meal to nourish your body with adequate nutrients.
Ingredients you’ll need:
1. Rolled Oats
The first ingredient you’ll need to make these delicious chocolate chip banana pancakes is rolled oats. I like using rolled oats to make pancakes because oats are rich in carbs and keep you full for long periods of time.
It’s one of my-to breakfasts to have after working out. I typically run in the mornings and have either oatmeal or oat pancakes as my post-workout fuel.
Rolled oats are also super inexpensive to buy. You can buy a large container of rolled oats from the grocery store for around $3-4. It contains over 30 servings, so it will last you weeks, if not a month or two. I like to keep my ingredients super basic and affordable for the average person.
2. Whole Wheat Flour
In addition to oat flour, you’ll also need two tablespoons of whole wheat flour. I sometimes like to mix a blend of oat flour and whole wheat flour together because whole wheat flour is a bit denser than oat flour and creates a slightly different consistency.
Whole wheat flour is also healthier than white flour, so I always buy things that are whole wheat as opposed to white. It’s a simple healthy swap you can make to your current diet.
3. Banana
You’ll also need one banana for this recipe. Bananas are high in potassium and are a great substitute for eggs. I like adding banana to my pancake batter for some additional nutrients.
4. Almond Milk
You’ll also need 1/4 cup of almond milk, or a plant-based milk alternative. My two favorite plant-based milks are almond milk and cashew milk, but you can also use soy milk or oat milk. I like using oat milk for my coffee in the mornings if I’m making an oat latte because the milk frothes better.
The almond milk serves as your liquid base for the pancake batter. It’s low in calories but has numerous health benefits, and is a great substitute for dairy milk.
5. Vanilla Extract
Next up is vanilla extract. I like adding a splash of vanilla to my pancake batter. This recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
6. Vegan Chocolate Chips
The last ingredient you’ll need to make these banana chocolate pancakes is of course the chocolate chips. Some of my favorite vegan chocolate baking chips are Lilly’s and Enjoy Life’s vegan chocolate chips. They’re super tasty and relatively low in sugar.
I like adding some chocolate chips in the pancake batter, as well as drizzling a few on top for some extra sweetness. I love chocolate, so the more chocolate, the merrier.
Perfect For:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
These pancakes are super filling and if you love banana, chocolate, and peanut butter, this recipe is for you!
Here’s some things you’ll need for this recipe:
Now the fun part. Let’s get into the recipe!
Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsp whole wheat flour
- 1 banana
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- Blend oats, flour, banana, almond milk, and vanilla extract in a NutriBullet or blender
- Slowly fold in chocolate chips
- Cook pancakes on a skillet or stove top
- Add desired toppings and enjoy!
Notes
Final Thoughts
Pancakes can be healthy too, as long as you make them the right way! This recipe is dairy-free, has no added oils, and has minimal sugar. If you forgo the chocolate chips, then this recipe has no added sugar.
You can add peanut butter on top and some additional fruit in place of maple syrup as well. This is seriously the perfect recipe to make for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Everyone loves pancakes for dinner!
Check out my other recipes!
1. No-Bake Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Crustless Pie
2. Vegan Apple Cinnamon Muffins
3. Vegan Chocolate Pumpkin Cake
