Description
These fluffy oat pancakes are a nutritious breakfast made with rolled oats, banana, and eggs. Sweetened to perfection, they are easy to prepare and can be topped with your favorite fruits, nuts, or yogurt for a delightful morning treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Cooking spray or a small amount of oil for the pan
- Fresh fruit, nuts, or yogurt for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the Oats: Place the rolled oats in a blender or food processor and blend until they reach a fine flour-like consistency.
- Add the Banana: Peel the ripe banana and add it to the blender with the oat flour.
- Incorporate the Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, crack in the eggs, and add the vanilla extract. If desired, add honey or maple syrup. Blend until smooth.
- Mix in the Dry Ingredients: Add baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the blended mixture and blend briefly to combine.
- Let the Batter Rest: Allow the batter to sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
- Preheat the Pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Pour the Batter: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook Until Bubbles Form: Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface.
- Flip and Cook the Other Side: Flip the pancakes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat: Continue cooking the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
- Plate the Pancakes: Stack the cooked pancakes on a plate.
- Add Toppings: Top with fresh fruit, nuts, or yogurt as desired.
- Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy your delicious pancakes!
Notes
- For a sweeter pancake, adjust the amount of honey or maple syrup to your taste.
- These pancakes can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Reheat in a toaster or microwave for a quick breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes