Grab a medium-size mixing bowl and combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Whisk the ingredients until well blended. Set the bowl aside.

In a large bowl, peel the ripe bananas and place them inside.

Using a fork, mash the bananas until smooth with minimal lumps.

To the mashed bananas, add egg, milk, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla essence.

Stir together until the batter is fully mixed.

Add the dry ingredients to the bowl with the wet mixture.

Using a spatula or spoon, fold the ingredients together until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy.

Add the chocolate chips to the pancake batter and gently fold them in to combine.

Place a nonstick skillet on the stove over medium heat.

Lightly grease the pan with a little butter or oil.

Pour 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan and spread it gently into a round shape.

Cook the pancake until bubbles start to form on the surface and the edges look set. This should take around 2-3 minutes.

Flip the pancake carefully with a spatula and cook the other side for another 2 minutes or until golden brown.

Once cooked, stack the pancakes on a plate.

Serve them with maple syrup, honey, extra chocolate chips, or fresh fruits for a delicious breakfast treat!