Peanut Butter and Banana Pancakes (Amata ye Inyama ye Igitoke n'Ubugali)

Amata ye Inyama ye Igitoke n'Ubugali, or Peanut Butter and Banana Pancakes, is a popular and delicious breakfast dish in Rwandan cuisine. These pancakes are fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch.

Peanut Butter and Banana Pancakes (Amata ye Inyama ye Igitoke n'Ubugali)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, mix the mashed banana, peanut butter, milk, egg, and melted butter.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on the surface.
  6. Flip the pancakes and cook until golden brown on the other side.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  8. Serve the pancakes warm with additional banana slices, a drizzle of peanut butter, and a touch of honey if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
8g
Fat
12g
Fiber
5g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Whisk Non-stick pan Spatula

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Peanut Butter and Banana Pancakes with a side of fresh fruit and a hot cup of Rwandan coffee for a delightful breakfast experience.

Tips & tricks

To make the pancakes even more indulgent, sprinkle some chocolate chips or chopped nuts onto the batter before flipping.

Cost

$8