Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup mashed ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced bananas (optional)
Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick pan
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon powder, and nutmeg powder. Mix well.
2. Add water, vegetable oil, mashed bananas, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
3. Add chopped walnuts and sliced bananas (if using). Mix gently.
4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan.
5. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Repeat with the remaining batter.
7. Serve warm.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 6-8 pancakes
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 180
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with coconut oil or melted butter.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with milk or coconut cream.
- Sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Walnuts can be substituted with pecans or almonds.
- Sliced bananas can be substituted with other fruits like strawberries or blueberries.
Variations:
- Add chocolate chips to the batter for a chocolatey twist.
- Use pumpkin puree instead of mashed bananas for a fall-inspired flavor.
- Add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the batter for a chocolate-banana flavor.
- Top with whipped cream and caramel sauce for a decadent dessert.
Tips and tricks:
- Mash the bananas well to avoid lumps in the batter.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent the pancakes from sticking.
- Keep the heat at medium to avoid burning the pancakes.
- Add more water if the batter is too thick.
- Serve with a dollop of butter or honey for extra flavor.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat pancakes in the microwave for 30 seconds or in a toaster oven for 5 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Stack the pancakes on a plate and drizzle with honey or maple syrup. Top with sliced bananas and chopped walnuts.
Garnishes:
Chopped walnuts, sliced bananas, whipped cream, caramel sauce.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Bacon, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pancakes are too thick, add more water to the batter.
- If the pancakes are too thin, add more flour to the batter.
- If the pancakes are burning, lower the heat.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the pancakes thoroughly to avoid foodborne illness.
Food history:
Cong You Bing is a popular Chinese street food that originated in the Shandong province. It is a savory pancake made with scallions and flour. This recipe puts a sweet twist on the classic dish by adding bananas and cream.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, nutty, and slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve warm for breakfast or as a dessert.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Banana, Savory, Banana-Flavored