Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes

Around the Campfire

Peanut butter banana pancakes are a filling sweet breakfast for camp mornings. Bananas bring softness and sweetness, while warmed peanut butter makes the plate feel richer.

Why This Recipe Works

Medium-low heat lets the pancakes set without burning. Banana works best in modest pieces, and peanut butter goes on after cooking so it stays smooth.

Quick Facts

• Serves: 4
• Heat zone: Medium-low
• Best for: Sweet breakfasts, kid-friendly mornings, hearty pancake plates
• Teaches: Add-in balance and topping timing

Shopping List

• Pancake mix
• Bananas
• Peanut butter
• Optional syrup

Home Prep

Portion pancake mix before the trip. Keep bananas protected from bruising.

Cooler Packing

Keep pancake mix dry. Peanut butter usually rides in the dry bin.

Equipment

• Blackstone griddle
• Spatula
• Mixing bowl

Heat Zones

Use medium-low heat so the natural sugars caramelize without scorching.

Ingredients

• 2 cups pancake mix (plus water/milk/eggs as package directs)
• 2 large ripe bananas, sliced or mashed
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter (for the griddle)

Instructions

1. Preheat the griddle to medium-low.
2. In a mixing bowl, prepare pancake batter using 2 cups pancake mix, following package directions (typically with water/milk/eggs).
3. Gently fold in 2 large sliced or mashed bananas.
4. Lightly oil the griddle with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter.
5. Pour about 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the griddle.
6. Cook pancakes until edges set and bubbles form on the surface, about 2–3 minutes.
7. Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes, until golden and set in the center.
8. Meanwhile, warm 1/2 cup peanut butter in a small saucepan or microwave until drizzle-able, if desired.
9. Drizzle peanut butter over pancakes and serve.

Doneness

Pancakes should be set in the center and lightly browned.

Common Mistakes

• Cooking too hot.
• Adding too much banana.
• Putting peanut butter directly on the hot griddle.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with bacon, fruit, yogurt, coffee, or maple syrup.

Variations

• Add 1/2 cup chocolate chips to the batter.
• Add 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
• Use almond or sunflower butter instead of peanut butter.

Dietary Adaptations

• Gluten-free: Use gluten-free pancake mix.
• Dairy-free: Use dairy-free batter.
• Nut-free: Use sunflower butter.

Scaling

Cook in batches and top each plate separately.

Weather Notes

Cold mornings may need a longer griddle preheat.

Leftovers

Use leftovers as snack pancakes with jam or peanut butter.

Kid Helper Tasks

Kids can add banana slices and drizzle peanut butter away from the griddle.

Dragonfly Tip

Peanut butter is a topping, not a griddle sauce.

Dragonfly Challenge

Try one pancake with banana mixed in and one with banana on top. Pick the better camp version.