Chocolate Chip Banana Pecan Pancakes

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I love mornings. Love, love love. I'm one of those jerks who doesn't need coffee in the morning, and gets up at 6AM on weekends. (I know, you're jealous, right?)

Yesterday I actually slept more than I ever had before (that can remember at least). I decided to try to take a nap at 5 because my eyes were dragging me down, and I was lying on my bed anyways (note to self: stop doing homework while lying in bed).

This was weird for me for 2 reasons. One, I never get tired that early, and two, I never take naps. Next thing I know, it's 3AM! So much for a nap. But the thing about me is, once I wake up, there is no way I can fall back asleep. It's just impossible. So since I was up so early, I decided to make some pancakes.

Lately I have been making my Chocolate Peanut Butter Creamy Chia Pudding for a decadent breakfast, but these Chocolate Chip Banana Pecan Pancakes are so much easier for when you want to make a delicious breakfast on a whim.

Key Ingredients

• All-purpose flour: The base of these pancakes. You can also replace it with whole wheat flour for a more denser, heartier option.
• Butter: Adds richness and flavor to the batter. It also allows the pancakes to get golden and crisp around the edges.
• Banana: Helps add natural sweetness to the pancakes. The moisture also helps make the pancakes soft and fluffy.
• White sugar: Just a little bit to enhance the overall sweetness of these pancakes.
• Eggs: Adds moisture to the batter, which helps bind the ingredients together and gives the pancakes structure and lift.
• Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors.
• Leavening agents: Both baking powder and baking soda work together to make the pancakes thick and airy.
• Milk: Thins out the batter to give it a pourable consistency.
• Vanilla: Enhances the flavor and gives the pancakes a warmer flavor.
• Pecans: Adds a buttery crunch to contrast the soft pancakes. You can also use walnuts.
• Chocolate Chips: My favorite part of these pancakes! You can use whatever kind of chocolate chips you like.

How To Make Chocolate Chip Banana Pecan Pancakes

Chocolate Chip Banana Pecan Pancakes Expert Tips

Freeze the leftovers. If you have any leftover pancakes, allow them to cool completely then transfer to a large freezer bag. When ready to eat, place in the toaster and toast until warm.

Use a cookie scoop to scoop the batter. This helps prevent mess, and gives the pancakes a nice, uniform shape. I use this large cookie scoop.

Do not overmix the batter. If you overmix the batter, this could result in tough pancakes instead of fluffy ones. Some small lumps in the batter are fine!

Allow the batter to rest. Letting the batter rest for 5-10 minutes allows the flour to hydrate and gives the leavening agents time to activate for extra fluffy pancakes.

Serve them pancakes warm. If you are making the pancakes in batches, heat the oven to 200°F and place the cooked pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet.