Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
Weekend mornings were made for pancakes – a tall stack of pancakes, that is! Here, we’ve added ground oats and mashed banana to the batter for extra flavor and a nutrition boost. Add a few extra slices of banana and a sprinkle of cinnamon, and you’ll have yourself a scrumptious and absolutely delicious breakfast. Whether it’s a weekend or a weekday, for kids or adults, this Banana Oatmeal Pancake recipe is one that’s hard to resist!
Ingredients for Banana Oat Pancakes
With a few simple ingredients, these banana oat pancakes come together to make a delicious and fluffy round pancake that’s perfect to serve for brunch, weekend mornings, and even made ahead for an easy weekend breakfast meal prep.
Eggs – you’ll need 2 whole eggs. Learn more about choosing quality eggs hereMilk – use dairy or unsweetened non-dairy milk of choiceBanana – you’ll need 1 large or 2-3 small to medium bananas; for the best sweet flavor and easy mashing, use ripe bananas that have darker spots on the peelAvocado oil – can substitute melted butter or coconut oilWhite vinegar – this helps the gluten-free pancake get a little more height and bake to golden perfectionOats – pulse old-fashioned rolled oats in a blender or food processor to make oat flour (it should look like a coarse flour with some larger oat pieces still in it for a thicker texture pancake). Alternatively, you can use quick-cooking oats – still pulse them in the blender, but for less timeGluten-free flour blend – we recommend using Bob’s Red Mill One-to-One Gluten-Free Baking Flour or King Arthur Measure-for-Measure Gluten-Free Flour. You can also use an equal amount of unbleached all-purpose flour if you don’t need or want pancakes that are gluten freeBaking powderBaking soda
How to Make these perfect banana oatmeal pancakes
It takes just 3 easy steps to make this banana oatmeal pancake batter and cook them into hot and ready banana flapjacks!
Step 1: Pulse the oats in a blender or food processor until broken into small pieces (see photo above for texture).Step 2: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, avocado oil, and white vinegar. Add the pulsed oat flour, gluten-free flour, baking powder, and baking soda; stir together. Add the mashed banana and stir well.Step 3: Place a small skillet over medium heat or heat a griddle to medium. Mist with nonstick cooking spray or coat with a small amount of avocado oil. When the skillet or griddle is hot, add small scoops (2-3 tablespoons each) of pancake batter in rounds. Cook about 2 minutes (or until lightly golden brown on the bottom and small bubbles form on top). Flip the pancakes and cook for 1 – 1 ½ minutes on the other side. Remove from the skillet, place on a plate. Repeat the process until all of the pancake batter is used.
How to serve banana pancakes
Pancakes and waffles are one of our favorite breakfasts to serve and enjoy! Just as with our Fluffy Sweet Potato Pancakes and our Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Banana Waffles we think a little pad of butter and a drizzle of pure maple syrup makes the perfect topper. But there are many ways to fancy up these hot cakes.
Topping Ideas for Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes:
Try serving these banana pancakes with a variety of toppers for extra flavor plus more nutrition (such as added protein from the yogurt or scrambled eggs). Try:
Banana slicesChopped walnutsCinnamonPure maple syrupFresh berriesYogurtScrambled eggs served on the side
Are Banana Oatmeal Pancakes a healthy option for breakfast?
Here at The Real Food Dietitians we love to start the day with a nutritious breakfast, and these Banana Oatmeal Pancakes are a favorite because our families love them and they’re packed with nutrition.
Oats – an excellent source of a special type of fiber called beta-glucan, oats have been linked to lowering cholesterol and good blood sugar controlBananas – known for being a great source of potassium (important for heart-health), bananas also provide a good amount of fiber and antioxidantsEggs – a nutritious package, whole eggs contain important nutrients, such as vitamin D, choline, and leucine that you don’t find in high quantities in many other everyday foods. These nutrients help support cell and muscle growth, as well as keeping your skin and brain nourished
How to store banana pancakes
Once the pancakes are cooled, place them in a covered container and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, place in the microwave for 20 seconds at a time until heated through (resulting in a soft pancake) or pop in the toaster (for a more crisp pancake).
Can these oatmeal pancakes be frozen?
Absolutely! When we’re organized and planning ahead, we love to make a batch or two of these banana oatmeal pancakes as part of our meal prep, then stash in the freezer until needed. Freeze cooked and cooled pancakes in a freezer-friendly container or bag for up to 3 months.
Can I meal prep these banana oat pancakes?
We are encouragers of meal prepping so naturally we have created this recipe to be meal prep friendly! There are two ways to meal prep these pancakes.
Option 1: Make the Batter Ahead. Mix together the batter per the instructions and store the uncooked batter in a glass container with a lid in the fridge for up to 3 days. Cook the pancakes on demand from the pre-made batter. Option 2: Fully Cook the Pancakes Ahead. Cook the pancakes per the instructions, let cool, place in containers and store in the fridge for easy breakfasts. (See above for storing instructions and re-heating instructions)
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**Alternatively, you can slice the banana instead of mashing it. The sliced bananas will add texture and more banana flavor, while the mashed bananas will create a smoother and more evenly distributed banana flavor.
