Fluffy Banana Oat Pancakes (Print Version)

Soft banana oat pancakes with maple yogurt topping create a nourishing, easy breakfast for busy mornings.

# Components:

→ Pancake Batter

01 - 2 ripe bananas
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
04 - 2/3 cup milk
05 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - Pinch of salt
08 - Butter or oil for cooking

→ Maple Yogurt Topping

09 - 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
10 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
11 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Combine bananas, eggs, rolled oats, milk, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a blender. Blend until a smooth batter forms, then let rest for 5 minutes to hydrate oats.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth. Refrigerate until serving.
03 - Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with butter or oil. Pour small portions of batter onto the skillet and cook each pancake for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
04 - Arrange cooked pancakes on plates. Spoon maple yogurt topping over pancakes and garnish with fresh fruit if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses everyday ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Naturally sweetened and made without refined flour
  • Perfect for weekend brunch or a healthy weekday breakfast
  • Topping doubles as a creamy dip or snack on its own
02 -
  • High in fiber and keeps you full through the morning
  • Gluten free if you use certified gluten free oats
  • Freezes beautifully for meal prep or make ahead mornings
  • The magic here is in the blend of oats and ripe bananas extra brown spots mean extra banana flavor I will never forget making a double batch for a family brunch and watching everyone go back for seconds even the skeptics
03 -
  • Always let the batter rest for at least five minutes so the oats hydrate fully This is key for soft fluffy pancakes
  • Not all nonstick pans are created equal so test with a small pancake first Adjust for your burner and trust your nose and eyes The pancakes are done when the edges look set and the bottoms are richly golden