Homemade oat pancakes with blueberries
Start your day with these wholesome oat pancakes, bursting with the fresh sweetness of blueberries – a healthy twist on a breakfast classic.
Instructions
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Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the oat flour, sugar (if using), baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the oat flour, sugar (if using), baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, beat the milk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.
- Form the Batter
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Be careful not to overmix to keep the pancakes tender. The batter should be a little lumpy.
- Gently fold in the 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries into the batter.
- Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and brush with a small amount of butter.
- Pour 1/4 cup measures of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until browned on the other side, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve with Toppings
- Serve the pancakes warm, topped with additional blueberries and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey.
- Voilà!
- Indulge in your creation and savor the moment. Bon appétit!
Recipe notes
- Oat Flour: You can make your own oat flour by finely grinding rolled oats in a food processor or blender.
- Batter Consistency: If the batter is too thick, add a bit more milk to reach the desired consistency.
- A pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract can be added to the batter for an extra layer of flavor.
- Blueberry Variation: Feel free to fold in other fruits like sliced bananas, chocolate chips, or raspberries according to your preference.
- These oat pancakes are naturally gluten-free if you're using certified gluten-free oats.
- For an extra nutrition boost, you can add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to the pancake batter.
- Storing: Store any leftover pancakes in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or on a pan for best results.
Ingredients
Scaled from 1 serving
Measurement system
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for cooking
- ½ cup fresh blueberries, plus more for serving
- Maple syrup or honey for serving