Banana Pancakes with Fresh Strawberries

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• 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose or whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 egg
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 medium ripe bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slices

1. In a bowl, combine the strawberries and sugar. Toss and refrigerate until ready to serve.
2. For pancakes, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon in a bowl. Combine the egg, buttermilk, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
3. Pour the batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle; place 5-6 banana slices on each pancake. Turn when bubbles form on top; cook until second side is golden brown.
4. Serve with strawberries.