Our recipe for delicious, healthy, allergy-friendly, vegan (optional), refined sugar-free banana pancakes
Dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, egg-free (optional), and refined sugar-free.
As a parent of a child with multiple food allergies, it can be challenging to find snacks and meals that are both safe and delicious. When it comes to breakfast, pancakes are a classic favorite, but many pancake recipes contain dairy, nuts, or eggs, which can be dangerous for those with severe allergies. However, with a little creativity and some simple substitutions, it's possible to create a delicious and allergy-friendly pancake recipe that your child will love.
In this blog post, I'll be sharing a recipe for banana pancakes that are free from dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, eggs (optional), and refined sugar. Instead of flour, this recipe uses oats, which are a great source of fiber and protein. These pancakes are also sweetened naturally with ripe bananas, making them a healthy and delicious option for breakfast or snack time.
Before we get started, I want to share a little bit about my own experience with food allergies. My son has multiple food allergies, including dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, and sesame, all of which can be life-threatening. As a result, I've had to get creative in the kitchen and find ways to adapt recipes to make them safe for him. It can be a challenge, but I've found that it's also incredibly rewarding to be able to provide him with delicious, healthy snacks and meals that he can enjoy without worry.
Now, on to the recipe!
Here's what you'll need:
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2 eggs (or substitute for flax or chia seed "eggs" – see instructions)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Coconut oil or non-dairy butter for cooking
Instructions:
- In a blender or food processor, blend the oats until they become a fine flour-like texture.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the banana with a fork until it becomes a smooth paste.
- Add the oat flour, eggs, baking powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the bowl, and whisk until the batter is smooth.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt a small amount of coconut oil or non-dairy butter.
- Using a 1/4 cup measure, scoop the batter onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries.
- If you're looking for a substitute for eggs, you can use flax or chia seed "eggs" instead. To make a flax or chia seed "egg," simply mix 1 tablespoon of ground flax or chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit for a few minutes until it becomes thick and gel-like. You can then use this mixture as a replacement for one egg in the recipe.
Overall, making delicious, allergy-friendly snacks and meals for your child is all about getting creative and finding substitutions that work for your family. With a little bit of experimentation, you can create healthy, delicious treats that your child can enjoy without worry - and these banana pancakes are a great place to start.
