Description
Start your morning with these Vegan Banana Oat Pancakes—naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and packed with wholesome oats. Perfect for a nutritious, dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, and oil-free breakfast. Quick to prepare, these pancakes are versatile with a variety of toppings and ideal for meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 1½ cups rolled oats (use gluten-free if needed)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1½ cups water
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced banana
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Maple syrup
- Berries
- Nut or seed butter (e.g., almond butter, peanut butter, sunflower seed butter)
Instructions
. Prepare the Batter:
- In a high-powered blender, combine ripe banana, rolled oats, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and water.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Preheat the Griddle:
- Heat a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat.
3. Cook the Pancakes:
- Pour the pancake batter onto the heated griddle, forming pancakes about 5 to 6 inches in diameter.
- Allow bubbles to form on the surface and edges to brown before flipping. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes on the other side.
4. Serve:
- Serve the pancakes warm with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Fluffier Pancakes: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of vinegar to the batter for more lift.
- Add-ins: You can mix in chocolate chips, blueberries, or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.
- Sweetness: Add maple syrup or dates to the batter if you like sweeter pancakes.