Banana Oat Fluffy Pancakes (Print Version)

Soft, golden pancakes crafted from ripe bananas and healthy oats for a cozy morning treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 2 medium ripe bananas, peeled
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup whole milk or plant-based milk
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 1 cup rolled oats
06 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
07 - Pinch of salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

→ For Cooking and Serving

09 - 1 to 2 tablespoons butter or oil for frying
10 - Sliced bananas, berries, maple syrup or yogurt for serving (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Place rolled oats in a blender or food processor and pulse until a coarse flour forms.
02 - Add bananas, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon to the blender. Blend until smooth and thick.
03 - Allow the batter to rest for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken slightly.
04 - Warm a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
05 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the pan. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and edges are set.
06 - Flip pancakes carefully and cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
07 - Continue with remaining batter, adding butter or oil as needed.
08 - Serve pancakes warm with sliced bananas, berries, maple syrup, or yogurt as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients
  • Delicious and filling, yet healthy for everyday mornings
02 -
  • Use gluten-free oats for a gluten-free option
  • Plant-based milk and oil make these pancakes suitable for dairy-free diets
03 -
  • For extra texture, gently stir in chocolate chips or chopped nuts before cooking
  • Letting the batter rest helps the pancakes become fluffier
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