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A stack of fluffy buttermilk pancakes topped with sliced caramelized bananas and a rich brown sugar sauce.
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Banana Foster Pancakes

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all -purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon sal t
  • 1.25 cups buttermil k
  • 1 large eg g
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 large bananas , sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 2 tablespoons dark rum
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate medium bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, 3 tablespoons melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
  • Heat a lightly greased griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake, cooking until bubbles form on the surface, then flipping to cook until golden brown.
  • In a separate large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter and stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon until bubbly.
  • Add the sliced bananas to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring gently to coat.
  • Carefully stir in the dark rum and heavy cream, simmering for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Stack the pancakes on plates and spoon the warm banana Foster sauce generously over the top.