Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Coconut Banana Pancakes

The Rock Pancakes are a famous, protein-packed breakfast option created by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, featuring a delicious combination of coconut, bananas, and milk to provide a great start to your day. These pancakes are highly customizable and taste even better when served with pure maple syrup or smothered with peanut butter for extra flavor and protein. The recipe is designed to be accessible for home cooks while offering a substantial, nutrient-dense meal that reflects the legendary breakfast habits of a fitness icon.

The preparation process involves a simple two-bowl method where you first sift your dry ingredients—including all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and shredded coconut—before whisking the liquid components, such as eggs, coconut water, coconut milk, and vanilla extract. It is crucial to make a well in the center of the flour mixture when pouring in your wet ingredients, as mixing lightly is the secret to success; the batter is intended to stay slightly clumpy, and overmixing will result in tough pancakes rather than the desired fluffy texture. Once the batter is ready, fold in the diced bananas to ensure they are evenly distributed, providing a natural sweetness and creamy texture to every bite.

Cooking these pancakes requires a bit of patience and temperature control, as they should be prepared on a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan set to medium heat or approximately 275 degrees Fahrenheit. By using a ladle or measuring cup, you can easily portion out large or small cakes, flipping them once bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set. Once they are browned and crisp on both sides, they should be transferred to a plate and served immediately to ensure you get the best experience from the combination of warm banana and toasted coconut flavors.

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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Coconut Banana Pancakes

Recipe by RecipesVilla

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

45

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

Calories

500

kcal

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 3 tbsp granulated sugar

• 1/2 tsp sea salt

• 2/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

• 2 medium bananas (diced)

• 2 Eggland’s Best Classic White Eggs

• 1 cup coconut water

• 1 cup GOYA® coconut milk

• 3/4 cup whole milk

• 1 tsp Simply Organic® Pure Madagascar Vanilla Extract

• 2 tbsp coconut oil (melted)

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted, plus more for the griddle)

• Extra-virgin olive oil cooking spray (as needed for griddle)

Directions

• Dry Mix: Sift the flour and baking powder into a large bowl. Add the sugar, salt, and shredded coconut; mix lightly with a wooden spoon.
• Wet Mix: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, coconut water, coconut milk, whole milk, vanilla, coconut oil, and melted butter.
• Combine: Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the wet ingredients. Mix lightly to combine, keeping the batter clumpy.
• Add Fruit: Fold in the diced bananas, stirring lightly to distribute them evenly.
• Heat: Heat a griddle or frying pan on medium or to 275°F (135°C), lightly oiling it with cooking spray and butter.
• Cook: Pour the batter onto the griddle—use 1 cup for large cakes or 1/4 cup for small ones—and cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles appear on top.
• Flip: Carefully flip with a thin spatula and cook for another 2–3 minutes until brown and crisp.
• Serve: Transfer to a plate or platter and serve immediately.

Notes

• Toppings: Enhance the flavor and protein content by adding pure maple syrup or organic peanut butter.
• Batter Texture: Ensure the batter remains clumpy; avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes light and fluffy.