Vegan banana pancake no eggs recipe

Breakfast is my favourite meal of the day but not every day do I get to sit down and enjoy it without worrying about my to-do list. This banana pancake recipe will be quick and easy whilst also being enjoyable for you.

This is a guest post of banana pancakes from Andrea De La Flor from The Vegan Fit Guide.

On the weekends, however, I like to take the time and make it extra special. This recipe is one of my favourites to make any breakfast memorable and these Banana Pancakes are not only delicious but also super healthy so I can enjoy them without guilt.

Are these Banana Pancakes really healthy?

Pancakes are usually not a synonym for healthy foods but this recipe is made with oats, bananas and almond milk as its main ingredients so is almost the same as eating some oatmeal topped with bananas or even a banana-oats smoothie.

They are also high in protein and low in calories so they will keep you full for longer and help you avoid mid-morning cravings.

Do these really taste like Pancakes?

While these Banana Pancakes taste amazing and are the perfect alternative to regular (not so healthy) pancakes, they also don’t taste exactly the same.

But that doesn’t mean they are less delicious. They have a sweet, oaty flavour and they definitely taste like bananas as well, so if you’re not a fan of that flavour, this recipe might not be the best for you.

But you can add your favourite toppings and customize them to your liking. A pinch of baking powder will make them fluffier, and a bit of vanilla or honey will help round out the flavour.

Why are these pancakes healthy and weight loss friendly?

Compared to regular pancakes that are made with white flour, eggs and butter, these pancakes use healthier ingredients that provide many health benefits and at the same time, are low in calories and are perfect for those trying to lose weight.

Here are the main ingredients of this recipe and their benefits;

Oats

Instead of using wheat flour like regular pancakes, this recipe uses oats that are high in fibre and protein. This will keep you feeling fuller longer while helping you control your weight.

Carbs often get a bad reputation but it is the most efficient source of energy for your body and brain so you just need to know which ones to avoid and which ones to keep in your diet.

Whole grains like oats can satisfy your hunger while providing a source of stable energy that won’t cause a “crash” like processed carbs and sugar do.

Oats also are a great source of both soluble and insoluble fibre which help to lower cholesterol, stabilize blood glucose levels and improve intestinal health.

Bananas

The other main ingredient in this banana pancake recipe is bananas which are no less impressive when it comes to their health and weight loss benefits.

Bananas are a good source of magnesium which does not only help to build lean muscle mass but also helps boost lipolysis, a process by which your body releases fat from its stores. Additionally, bananas have 12 mg of choline which is a B vitamin that acts directly on the genes that cause fat storage in the abdomen.

Bananas also support a good mood since they help serotonin, the feel-good chemical, enter your brain faster. Having an overall good mood is essential to stick with your diet and stay focused on your goals.

And if that doesn’t seem enough, bananas can also help you look less bloated by fighting back against gas and water retention.

Almond milk

Almond milk is a tasty, nutritious alternative to animal milk and offers many important health benefits.

Compared to animal milk, unsweetened almond milk is low in sugars, carbohydrates and calories. It has 60% to 80% fewer calories than dairy milk and is great for people who want to cut calories and lose weight.

You don’t have to worry about calcium since most commercial brands of almond milk are fortified with it so it will also help keep your bones strong and can help avoid osteoporosis.

Keep in mind that sweetened varieties of almond milk can be much higher in calories since they contain added sugars so it is best to go for the unsweetened kind to keep the recipes low in calories.

Disclaimer: Just Average Jen is not connected with any weight loss plan. Please check nutritional values and/or syns yourself as these are approximate to the best of my knowledge.

Can you have banana pancakes on a diet?

If you follow Slimming World, Weight Watchers (WW), Noom or any other weight loss plan you can usually count the ingredients within this recipe in your allowances. It is of course important to check any plan you follow and remember all nutritional information and ingredients are found in the recipe card below.

Eating these pancakes on Slimming World

Can these be syn-free pancakes? If you follow the Slimming World plan then the ingredients in this recipe are unfortunately not syn-free.

That does not mean you can’t enjoy them on Slimming World, you just need to count them.

If you are a Slimming World follower and are wondering how many syns this recipe is then don’t panic I have a full breakdown for you here.

Syns for bananas should be counted if they are pureed or blended. Bananas cooked in a recipe such as this are 4 syns per 100g. Of course, the choice is yours whether you count these.

Some people do not as they say that a banana is mashed up when you eat it anyway and is part of a meal so what is the harm?

Others prefer to follow the Slimming World plan to the letter and syn it. The choice of course is yours!

Baking powder is syns on Slimming World at half a syn per teaspoon. So for this recipe and 2 teaspoons of baking powder we should count 1 syn.

Cinnamon is syn-free so you do not need to count syns for this.

Oats can be counted as your healthy extra b choice if you have 40g. This recipe uses 80g so you can count it as either 14 syns (approx) for the recipe or 7 syns (approx) and one healthy extra b choice.

Almond milk can be counted as part of your healthy extra a choice. If you choose to do that then the amount in this recipe is a small part of that allowance and as such would not need to be counted as syns.

Check for more about the healthy extra a allowance here.

If you need to syn the almond milk the syns will vary depending on the brand used but for unsweetened almond milk the whole recipe is between half and one syn (approx).

What toppings should you add?

These pancakes are super customizable and you can add any toppings of your preference but in order to keep them healthy here are some alternatives you can consider.

Fresh fruit is one of the easiest and healthiest pancake toppings there are. They provide unlimited options and flavour while adding an extra layer of nutrients.

Berries are one of the best alternatives since they are low in calories and high in antioxidants and vitamins.

Other healthy pancake toppings include seeds, coconut flakes, dark chocolate chips, nuts and nut butter. These are higher in calories so make sure to add them in moderation.

Finally, a sugar-free syrup can make your pancakes even more delicious without adding too many calories.

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