Taste every bite of tropical heaven in these delicious pancakes that will take you to an exotic paradise. These pancakes tropical, bursting with flavor from coconut, banana, pineapple, and mango. A perfect way to keep mornings sunny. They are perfect for an indulgent Sunday morning brunch, a midweek weekend breakfast or basically whenever you desire something sweet and fruity to start the day.
Here is an idiot-proof method of making these delicious tropical pancakesat home, and you will become the best pancake chef ever! Whether you are searching for a new breakfast that feeds your hunger or want to bring some sunshine to those upcoming bright summer mornings this guy is your recipe:) So, why not read on for this island-style recipe to make at home?
Why Tropical Pancakes?
With tropical pancakes, you can whip up a yummy breakfast that is new and unique to regular boring pancakes. This cocktail of sweet, ripe fruits — pineapple and mango — coupled with the velvety texture brought on by a mix of sun-soaked coconut and perfectly ripened bananas is music to the palate. Tastes amazing and packed full of vitamins from all the fruit, these pancakes are a real treat. On top of that, the unique flavors will have you dreaming of a tropical paradise and help you escape those winter blues!
Ingredients:
What will you need to help make all those yummy tropical pancakes?
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 large egg
1 can of coconut milk (or you can use regular milkfor a more mild flavor)
2t butter, melted (or reduced to around 30g) including some extra for the pan.
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 ripe banana, mashed
1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple
1/2 cup diced fresh mango
Shredded coconut, (1/4 cup — optional add-in provides a nice crunchy texture)
Toppings, if you like: fresh tropical fruit, maple syrup, honey or Greek yogurt for a bit of savory tang
Instructions:
Dry Ingredients First: Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large mixing bowl. The key is you take all of these dry ingredients and mix them together–this creates the base for that wonderful, fluffy pancake batter that makes your pancakes rise so well.
Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, coconut milk, melted butter, vanilla extract and mashed banana. It naturally sweetens and moistens the pancakes while the coconut milk aids in enhancing the tropical flavor.
Pour Wet Ingredients onto Dry:Pour wet ingredients over the dry and gently stir just until combined. Warning you do NOT want to over mix- lumps are good. DO NOT OVERMIX YOUR BATTER OR YOU WILL MAKE DENSE PANCAKES, NOT NICE AND FLUFFY.
Add the Pineapple and Mango:Gently fold the diced pineapple and mango into the batter. Distribute the fruits even in the batter so you can have that tropical taste in every bite.
Cook Pancakes:Heat a non-stick skillet or a griddle over medium heat, and grease it lightly with butter or oil. Pour pancake batter onto skillet using a 1/4 cup measuring cup. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to set. Turn pancakes and cook on the second side until lightly browned and cooked all the way through, another 1-2 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy — stack your pancakes on a plate and top with more fresh tropical fruits… think sliced bananas, diced pineapple or mango. Drizzle with a touch of maple syrup or honey for added sweetness. Top with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or some shredded coconut for added creamier.
How to Make the Perfect Tropical Pancakes:
Fresh Ripe Fruits:Fresh ripe tropical fruits such as mango and pineapple are perfect toppings for our pancakes. If you do not have fresh fruits, frozen fruit also works — just let it defrost before adding to the batter.
Use Coconut Milk:The coconut milk in these pancakes give them a rich taste that is great with tropical fruits. Feel free to replace the coconut milk with regular milk, or even almond. These will give a more discrete taste and depth of flavors.
Tenderness & Fluffy:Don’t over mix to keep them fluffy & light. Over mixing will add the gluten in the flour when it is fried and make them go all thick. The batter can have a few lumps and all is well.
To keep Pancakes Warm:Preheat oven to 200°F and place cooked pancakes on a baking sheet or glass pan on top of foil, then in oven. This way everyone can eat their hot pancakes together.
Tropical Fruits Health Benefits
One of the many reasons why we love tropical fruits like pineapple, mango and bananas is that they taste great while also being good for you. Pineapple is a great source of vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system while mangoes contain antioxidants that improve your skin and digestion. Heart Benefits: Potassium keeps your heart healthy by helping maintain proper blood pressure. It is easy to see why bananas are known for their potassium content.
If you get these fruits into your breakfastthen you will have a very nutritious start to the day with a little treat feeling indulgent at the same time. The fruit adds fiber to the drink, which helps with digestion and makes it thick enough to keep you full and satisfied until your next meal.
Variations and Add-Ons:
Tropical Nut Pancakes: Stir a handful of chopped macadamia nuts or almonds into the pancake mixture before cooking. The addition of these nuts goes well with the tropical fruits in the mixture, and they help to give the pancakes an added texture and flavor.
Coconut-Lime Pancakes:Mix a tablespoon of lime zest into the batter to get that little something extra. The sharp citrus adds contrast against the coconut and tropical fruits, and their freshness comes shining through in both taste and aesthetics.
Tropical Berry Pancakes Tropical Berry Combination: Substitute fresh Tropical Pancakes berries like papaya, guava, or pureed passionfruit pulp for the fruity ingredient. For a more over-the-top berry explosion, pile on this tropical fruit & berry compote.
Gluten-Free:If you can not have gluten, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend here. Make sure your other ingredients are gluten free, including the baking powder and coconut milk.
Conclusion
If you’re the kind of person who can never get enough fruit or dreams about being on a beach, these Tropical Pancakes are for you. Fresh pineapple + mango+ banana all make it that perfect amount of sweetness & tart while the coconut milk gives a luscious, coconut creme consistency. And if you need a fresh change for breakfast or something different to serve guests at your next brunch, this Tropical Pancakes recipe will do the trick.
Besides being delicious, they are made with Tropical Pancakes fruit which gives you a lot of nutrition too. For more pancakes and waffles, try these other tasty recipes found here at yumy24. com. Put on those island vibes and enjoy a tropical getaway — all from the comfort of your kitchen, during breakfast!
