Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes With Orange Butter Recipe

Fluffy banana pancakes studded with crunchy macadamia nuts and topped with a bright, zesty orange butter! This easy recipe is a delightful breakfast or brunch treat, perfect for weekend mornings. Get ready for a taste sensation that's both simple and unforgettable.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 613.8 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 4.5 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes With Orange Butter

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
  • Maple syrup (for serving)

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How to Make Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes With Orange Butter

  1. **Make the Orange Butter:**
  2. In a small bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and the zest of 1 orange until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons orange juice and mix until well combined. Set aside.
  4. **Make the Pancakes:**
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups buttermilk, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Fold in 1 ripe banana, mashed, and 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts.
  9. Heat a lightly oiled 12-inch nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  10. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Serve immediately with a generous dollop of orange butter.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

80g

Carbs

20g

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