About This Recipe
Adding banana pancakes to your toddler’s bedtime routine can be a delightful start to better sleep. If you’re a parent looking to help your little one sleep better, incorporating sleep-promoting foods such as bananas, oats, and milk can be a helpful strategy.
Nutrients found in these foods may have sleep-promoting effects. Bananas, for example, contain tryptophan and magnesium, which have been linked to improved sleep qualit.
Oats are high in fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce the likelihood of sleep disturbances due to hunger.
Milk contains tryptophan, an amino acid that helps the body produce melatonin, the hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle.
You could also consider adding other melatonin-rich foods to your toddler’s diet, such as kiwis or tart cherries or any foods from this list. However, it’s important to check with your paediatrician or healthcare provider before introducing new foods to make sure that they’re safe for your child and that they’re an appropriate addition to their diet.
Incorporating these sleepy foods to eat into your toddler’s evening routine can create a calming environment conducive to restful sleep. So why not try our super sleepy banana pancakes and/or a warm cup of milk tonight?
BANANA PANCAKES RECIPE
Ingredients and Instructions:
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup rolled oats – blend into flour
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Coconut oil or cooking spray for the pan
- In a blender (can use mixing bowl), combine the banana, rolled oats blended into a flour, milk, egg, baking powder, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Blend well until a smooth batter forms. Add handful of spinach for an extra boost.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a little coconut oil or cooking spray to coat the bottom.
- Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour the batter onto the pan and cook until the edges start to dry out and the surface starts to bubble, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip the banana pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more coconut oil or cooking spray as needed.
- Serve the banana pancakes warm or cold with your toddler’s favourite toppings, such as sliced bananas, kiwis, cherries and other sleepy topping – list of all sleepy foods is here.
You can get creative and make a variety of delicious and nutritious bedtime snacks using this list of sleep-friendly foods.Try incorporating these ingredients into your recipes to create meals that support relaxation and help promote a restful night’s sleep. And if you’re struggling with your child’s sleep, consider seeking help from a sleep consultant or exploring these sleep guide books and audiobooks for extra support.
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