Made with whole wheat flour, maple syrup, bananas, and oats, these pancakes are healthful and easy to make in a big batch, cook and freeze until a busy morning when they are sure to bring a smile to everyone’s faces.
When it comes to eating, I’d say my toddler is pretty average. He doesn’t have an amazing appetite that I can brag to you all about, but he’s not refusing everything I put in front of him, either. 
He’s more in the middle where 60% of the time he will eat what we put in front of him. Unless it’s meat. He’s in a vegetarian phase right now. The other 40% of the time, he wants nothing to do with food. I’ve read it’s pretty normal for toddlers to go through phases like this, so I’m not worried. I have to say, though, as someone who shows their love through food, it’s a little sad when he won’t even try something I made for him. And a little annoying.
Okay, a lot annoying. I mean CMON JUST EAT THE DANG SCRAMBLED EGGS YOU TOLD ME YOU WANTED! p.s. I don’t really yell at him like that. I just say it in my head as he throws it on the ground or feeds it to the dog.
So what I’m trying to say is that it helps to have some go-to meals that I can feed him in times of desperation. For breakfast, this is pancakes.
Since pancakes aren’t necessarily an “every day” kind of a thing to whip up, I have made a habit of making a huge batch every couple of months. Then I’ll package them up in plastic baggies and freeze them for the mornings when scrambled eggs are just not cutting it.
Of course, these aren’t only for toddlers. They are tasty enough for the whole family. The reason I label them as “toddler friendly” is because they are made with ground oats, whole wheat flour, bananas, and no refined sugar. High five!
Like I said, this banana oat pancake recipe makes a lot of pancakes. I make ours pretty small so they are “toddler sized”, so if you make larger pancakes, it will obviously make less pancakes. Regardless, this will feed a crowd! Or just one hungry toddler
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- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 pancakes 1x
Description
These Banana Oat Pancakes are a wholesome and delicious breakfast option made with whole wheat flour, oats, and bananas, perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Place the oats in a blender and process on high until they form a fine oat flour.
- In a large bowl, combine the oat flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are fine.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
- Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.
- Serve warm with additional maple syrup, if desired.
Notes
These pancakes can be made in a large batch and frozen for later use. Simply reheat in the toaster or microwave for a quick breakfast. They are sweetened naturally with bananas and maple syrup, making them a healthier option for kids and adults alike. Adjust the size of the pancakes to suit your needs; smaller pancakes are perfect for toddlers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 35
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats in this banana oat pancake recipe?
Yes, you can use quick oats, but the texture of the pancakes may be slightly different, as rolled oats provide a chewier consistency.
What can I do if my batter is too thick when making these pancakes?
If the batter is too thick, you can add a small amount of milk or water, one tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Is it necessary to mash the bananas completely for the pancakes?
While you don’t need to mash the bananas completely, leaving some small chunks can add texture and enhance the banana flavor in the pancakes.
These look good – I just posted a banana and oat blender muffins recipe on my blog. x
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