If you love pancakes but don't want to stand over the stove flipping them one by one, this Strawberry Banana Pancake Casserole is the perfect solution. Just mix up the batter, toss in some fresh fruit, and bake it in the oven. It's great for busy mornings, brunch, or a cozy weekend treat!
Preheat oven to 375℉. Grease a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, stir mashed bananas, milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
Add the flour mixture to the banana mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, otherwise the casserole will be dense. Gently fold in diced strawberries.
Pour pancake batter into prepared dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until edges are firm and a toothpick inserted into the center of pancakes comes out mostly clean. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving. Serve with maple syrup, if desired.
Notes
Cover the baking dish tightly with a lid or plastic wrap or transfer slices to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to four days.
This pancake casserole is not overly sweet. If you prefer sweeter pancakes, increase the sugar by 1-2 tablespoons.
To Reheat in Microwave: Place individual portions in the microwave and heat until warmed through, about 45-60 seconds.
To Reheat in Oven: Cover with foil and bake at 350℉ for 12-15 minutes, or until warmed through.
To Freeze: Wrap small pieces in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe container or bag in the freezer for up to three months. When ready to serve, let thaw completely in the refrigerator.
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