Healthy Apple and Oatmeal Pancakes are a nutritious and delicious way to start your day. These pancakes are naturally sweetened with apples and maple syrup, packed with fiber from oats, and flavored with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. They are gluten-free, flourless, and easy to make in a blender, making them a perfect breakfast option for busy mornings. The combination of apples and oats provides sustained energy, while the fluffy texture and comforting flavors make them a delightful treat.
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 medium apple, grated
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (or honey)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Additions:
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds or flaxseeds (for extra nutrition)
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger (for a spiced flavor)
- Coconut oil or butter for cooking
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
- In a blender, add oats, applesauce, egg, almond milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and salt.
- Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute until the batter is smooth.
- Stir in the grated apple but do NOT blend again.
Step 2: Heat the Pan
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
- Lightly grease with coconut oil or butter.
Step 3: Cook the Pancakes
- Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and the edges look set.
- Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
- Stack the pancakes and drizzle with maple syrup.
- Top with chopped nuts, fresh apple slices, or yogurt.
- Serve warm and enjoy a healthy, fiber-rich breakfast.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Gluten-Free & Flourless: Made with oats instead of flour.
- Naturally Sweetened: Apples and maple syrup provide natural sweetness.
- Quick & Easy: Blend, cook, and enjoy in under 20 minutes.
- Nutritious & Filling: Packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
Would you like variations, such as adding protein powder or making them vegan? 😊