Healthy Apple and Oatmeal Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 large egg
• 1 apple, grated (with peel)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
• Pinch of salt
• Butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

1. Soak the oats:
   In a bowl, combine rolled oats and milk. Let them soak for about 10–15 minutes to soften.
2. Mix the batter:
   Add the egg, grated apple, baking powder, cinnamon, vanilla, sweetener (if using), and salt to the soaked oats. Mix well until evenly combined. The batter will be thick.
3. Cook the pancakes:
   Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Scoop about ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Flatten gently with the back of a spoon if needed.
4. Flip and cook:
   Cook for 2–3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges are set. Flip and cook the other side for another 2–3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Serve:
   Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of yogurt, or extra apple slices on top.

Let me know if you’d like a gluten-free or vegan variation!