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Banana Walnut Buttermilk Pancakes with Faye's Syrup

A delightful breakfast of fluffy pancakes with bananas and walnuts, topped with a rich homemade syrup.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pancakes
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour Provides the foundation for a fluffy texture.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Introduces lift for airiness.
  • 1.5 tsp Baking soda Helps with pancake rise.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/3 cup Sugar Provides sweetness.
  • 3 pieces Ripe bananas Sliced and folded into the batter.
  • 3 pieces Eggs Adds richness and structure.
  • 4 cups Buttermilk Can use 4.5 cups for thinner pancakes.
  • 6 tbsp Melted butter Enriches the batter.
For Faye's Syrup
  • 1 cup Butter Base for the syrup.
  • 2 cups Sugar Sweetens the syrup.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Adds tanginess.
  • 2 tbsp Light Karo syrup Adds sweetness and texture.
  • 1 tsp Baking soda Helps syrup bubble.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Enhances flavor.

Method
 

Prepare the Pancake Batter
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Stir until well incorporated.
  2. Add in the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter. Whisk until combined; lumps are okay.
Cook the Pancakes
  1. Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat. Sprinkle a few drops of water to test readiness.
  2. Lightly coat the skillet with butter. Using a 1/2 cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the skillet.
  3. When bubbles form, flip pancakes carefully. Cook until golden brown.
  4. Serve warm topped with sliced bananas, walnuts, and Faye's syrup.
Prepare Faye's Syrup
  1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add sugar, buttermilk, light Karo syrup, and baking soda.
  2. Stir and bring to a boil, stirring often.
  3. Let it bubble for 5 to 7 minutes until light golden, then stir in vanilla.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Do not overmix, and adjust thickness with buttermilk as desired. Warm the syrup before serving for enhanced flavor.