I will preface this with: I suck at writing recipes. Most of my awesome food is created by crazy-random-happenstance (example: my raspberry grilled chicken that I have yet to recreate).

And actually, my blueberry banana pancakes were created by a happy accident.  When I was training for a half marathon last spring, I sent Mark to the store for a couple of things to make a large breakfast in preparation for my run that Saturday. I was going to make blueberry pancakes, but I’d also asked him to pick up a couple of bananas so I could have those after my run. Anyway, he made the mistake of picking up fresh blueberries instead of frozen.  At this time, the super tiny itty bitty container of blueberries (which had probably 12 in it) was more expensive than a bag of frozen. He knew he messed up, but I told him  not to fret. I quick snatched up a banana and added that to the mix. Not to mention, I subbed out the oil for applesauce, as per his suggestion. Thus, my awesome pancakes were born.  Here is a half-assed attempt at a recipe for my blueberry banana pancakes.

Blueberry Banana Pancakes

Pancake Mix of Choosing
1-2 Ripe or overripe bananas, mashed
eggs (number according to pancake mix directions)
unsweetened applesauce (substitute for the oil as called for in pancake mix directions)
milk (amount called for in pancake mix directions)
1 bag frozen or 1 dry pint fresh blueberries
1 T oil for griddle

Heat oil over medium/high heat on a griddle.  Measure out pancake mix according to directions (I use a wheat or oatmeal mix) — amount will vary depending on how many pancakes you’ll want to make. Add banana, applesauce and milk. Stir until combined. Batter will be a bit lumpy. If it looks too thick, add a bit more milk. If it looks to thin, add a bit more mix.  Fold in blueberries.  Test the griddle to make sure it’s hot by dripping a drop of water on it. If it sizzles, it’s hot enough.  Using a 1/3 c measuring cup (or 1/4 c if you’re really uncomfortable with your pancake flipping skills), pour 2-3 pancakes on your griddle. When the top of the pancakes is all nice and bubbly, it’s time to flip. Flip pancakes and cook until the other side is browned.

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