Hawaiian Style Pancakes

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The gazebo restaurant on maui is known for their macadamia nut pancakes and i've tried to copy them to the delight of my friends here on the mainland. i think they're just as good without the nuts and that the real secret is serving them with coconut syrup and a dollop of coconut flavored whipped cream. the pancakes are based on kittencal's recipe #82094 with some alterations. if you like cream in your coffee, be sure to try a cup with coconut whipped cream on top!!

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Steps

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Peel and mash the banana with a fork and mix in the butter.

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Wisk the eggs into this mixture one at a time and then add the coconut cream followed by the buttermilk about 1 / 2 cup at a time , wisking until well blended.

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Sift the 5 dry ingredients together in a large bowl then add the liquid ingredients to them and wisk until well blended.

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Add the vanilla , zest , and nuts if desired and mix evenly.

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Use cooking spray or lightly oil a griddle or frying pan and cook the pancakes over medium heat about 2-3 minutes on each side.

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Keep warm until served and serve with coconut syrup and a dollop of coconut flavored whipped cream.

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For the coconut whipped cream:.

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Using a chilled bowl and beaters , whip the cream until stiff peaks form then on slow speed , blend in the coconut cream about 1 tbs at a time , scraping the sides of the bowl often.

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Ingredients

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flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, salt, banana, butter, eggs, cream of coconut, buttermilk, vanilla, tangerines, macadamia nuts, whipping cream