Banana Oatmeal Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan

Special equipment needed:
- Blender or food processor

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, pulse the rolled oats until they become a fine flour-like consistency.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, eggs, milk, honey, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
5. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat and grease with cooking spray or butter.
6. Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour the batter onto the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
7. Repeat until all the batter is used up.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- Makes 8-10 pancakes

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 80 per pancake
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Rolled oats can be substituted with oat flour.
- Milk can be substituted with almond milk or any other non-dairy milk.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar.

Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
- Top with sliced bananas, berries, or whipped cream.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to grease the pan well to prevent sticking.
- Use a spatula to flip the pancakes gently to avoid breaking them.
- If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk to thin it out.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, microwave the pancakes for 30 seconds or until warm.

Presentation ideas:
- Stack the pancakes on a plate and drizzle with maple syrup or honey.
- Top with sliced bananas and chopped nuts for a beautiful and delicious presentation.

Garnishes:
- Sliced bananas, berries, chopped nuts, whipped cream, or chocolate chips.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of bacon or sausage for a savory breakfast.
- Pair with a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy morning treat.

Suggested side dishes:
- Scrambled eggs, fruit salad, or yogurt.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pancakes are too thin, add more oat flour to thicken the batter.
- If the pancakes are too thick, add more milk to thin the batter.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pancakes thoroughly to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.

Food history:
- Pancakes have been a popular breakfast food for centuries, with variations found in many cultures around the world.

Flavor profiles:
- These pancakes are sweet and nutty with a hint of cinnamon.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve these pancakes for breakfast or brunch with your favorite toppings and sides.

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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Banana, Fluffy, Comforting