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Easy Banana Pancakes: 8-Month-Old Baby-Led Weaning Recipe
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Easy Banana Pancakes: 8-Month-Old Baby-Led Weaning Recipe
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Easy Banana Pancakes: 8-Month-Old Baby-Led Weaning Recipe

Learn how to make quick and easy banana pancakes perfect for your 8-month-old following baby-led weaning principles. These soft, healthy pancakes are a great breakfast option, easily cut into finger food for little ones exploring solids.
#Baby food
#Baby-led weaning
#BLW
#Pancakes
#Breakfast
#Healthy baby food
#Easy baby recipe
Ready-to-serve banana pancakes for baby
Ready-to-serve banana pancakes for baby

Recipe Information

5m
Prep Time
5m
Cook Time
10m
Total Time
1
Servings
Easy
Baby Food
English
Nutrition (per serving)
170
Calories
6g
Protein
30g
Carbs
6g
Fat
Soft, golden banana pancakes cooling
Soft, golden banana pancakes cooling

Ingredients

  • Ripe banana
    (mashed)

    1 medium

  • Large egg

    1
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  • All-purpose flour

    1 cup

  • Milk (breast milk/formula/dairy)
    (as needed for consistency)

    2 tablespoons

  • Baking powder
    (optional, for fluffier pancakes)

    1 teaspoon

  • Cooking oil or butter
    (for cooking)

    1 teaspoon
Servings: 1
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Small pancakes cooking on the pan
Small pancakes cooking on the pan

Instructions

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  • 1

    Mash a ripe banana in a bowl until smooth.
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    Mash a ripe banana in a bowl until smooth.
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    Ensure there are no large chunks for baby's safety.
  • 2

    Add one large egg, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 2-3 tablespoons of milk to the mashed banana. Whisk until just combined. Add 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder if you prefer fluffier pancakes.
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    Add one large egg, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 2-3 tablespoons of milk to the mashed banana. Whisk until just combined. Add 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder if you prefer fluffier pancakes.
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    Do not overmix; lumps are fine. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
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  • 3

    Heat a lightly oiled non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Spoon small amounts of batter (about 1-2 tablespoons) to form mini pancakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
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    Heat a lightly oiled non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Spoon small amounts of batter (about 1-2 tablespoons) to form mini pancakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
    5m

    Keep pancakes small and thin for easy handling by babies. Cook thoroughly.
  • 4

    Let the pancakes cool completely before serving. Cut them into strips or small pieces suitable for your baby's age and dexterity, then serve.
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    Let the pancakes cool completely before serving. Cut them into strips or small pieces suitable for your baby's age and dexterity, then serve.
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    Always supervise your baby during meals. Offer with fruit or plain yogurt.
💡 Tip: Click on any step to mark it as completed and track your cooking progress!

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