Fluffy Small Banana Pancakes
Delicate, naturally sweetened mini pancakes made with ripe banana and whole-wheat flour. Protein-packed and high in fiber for a light, comforting breakfast.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Leyla + Lila
Leyla created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Instructions
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Next: Peel and thoroughly mash the ripe banana…
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Peel and thoroughly mash the ripe banana…
In a medium mixing bowl, peel and thoroughly mash the ripe banana with a fork until smooth with minimal lumps.
Look for: smooth with minimal lumps
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Crack the egg into the bowl with…
Crack the egg into the bowl with the mashed banana, then pour in the milk. Whisk for 1 minute until well combined and light.
Look for: well combined and light
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Add the whole-wheat flour
Add the whole-wheat flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon to the bowl. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Look for: just combined, being careful not to overmix
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat…
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat (350°F / 175°C) for 2 minutes.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Pour spoonfuls of batter into the skillet…
Pour spoonfuls of batter into the skillet to form small pancakes about 3 inches (7.5cm) in diameter.
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Cook for 2 to 3 minutes
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges set.
Look for: small bubbles form on the surface and the edges set
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Flip carefully with a thin spatula and…
Flip carefully with a thin spatula and cook the second side for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
Look for: golden brown
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Plate immediately and serve warm
Plate immediately and serve warm.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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