banana pancakes

> pancake mix 1C - I use Kodiak cakes mix

> ripe banana

> vanilla extract

> water ~ 3/4C

> ginger spice mix (nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon, clove, allspice, black pepper)

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The key to pancakes is not to over mix the batter! As well, mix with a whisk or fork - yes, it makes a difference. 

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Begin by mashing your banana in a large bowl. An immersion blender works great here, but a good old fashioned fork does the trick too ;). Add in the ginger spice mix and vanilla extract to the banana mash and mix together.  Add in water and pancake mix and mix until smooth. 

Heat a griddle over medium heat. Once pan has come to temp, add 2-4T of batter onto the pan per pancake. Cook until little bubbles begin to form, then flip and cook for about 2 more minutes.  

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Does the ginger spice mix sound weird? It's the secret ingredient that really makes this dish pop!  

Modifications: I like to toast in a pan some walnuts and top my pancakes. Also especially delicious with peanut butter on top too!