Banana Pancakes With Guava Syrup

Banana Pancakes with Guava Syrup is a delightful dish from Pitcairn Islands cuisine that combines the sweetness of bananas with the tropical flavor of guava.

Vegetarian Breakfast Pitcairn Islands Easy
Banana Pancakes With Guava Syrup

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup guava juice
  • 1/4 cup sugar

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the mashed bananas, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
  5. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the guava juice and sugar. Simmer over low heat until the syrup thickens slightly.
  6. Serve the banana pancakes with the guava syrup drizzled on top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
5g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Whisk Non-stick pan Saucepan

Tools

Spatula Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the banana pancakes with a side of fresh fruit and a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of shredded coconut on top of the guava syrup.

Cost

$8