Quick Banana-Oat Pancakes

Quick Banana-Oat Pancakes

We love pancakes, especially when they're not grain and dairy-heavy. A great pancake recipe provides a mix of protein, carbs, fat and fiber. And any great recipe should be both delicious and nutritious! Chloe LaPlante recently introduced us to quick banana-oat pancakes, and it's become our go-to pancake recipe. You only need a handful of ingredients to make it, along with a blender or food processor. It's fast and easy – great assets when you want to make a quick breakfast.

This recipe makes about 5 small to medium-sized pancakes. A good rule of thumb is to multiply the ingredients by the number of hungry people eagerly awaiting the pancakes.

INGREDIENTS*:

• 1 Ripe or over-ripe banana (fresh or frozen)
• 2 Eggs
• Handful (~ 1/2 cup) rolled oats
• 1 T Flaxmeal
• Dash of salt, cinnamon, vanilla

*You can add berries or any other additions you like to the batter. I think these could be made with sweet potatoes instead of bananas also.

DIRECTIONS:

1. Put all ingredients in blender or food processor.
2. Blend until liquified and smooth.
3. Pour into heated, greased griddle and cook on both sides over medium heat. They cook quickly – just a minute or so on each side is all you need.
4. Enjoy with your favorite toppings!