Description
These Banana Oat Greek Yogurt Pancakes are a nutritious, protein-packed breakfast option that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the wholesome goodness of oats and creamy Greek yogurt. Quick to prepare and cooked on the stovetop, these pancakes are fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for a healthy start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (40 g) rolled oats
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 medium-size ripe banana, sliced (about 50 g)
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup (60 g) plain Greek yogurt
- 1–2 Tbsp (15–30 ml) unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For Cooking
- Cooking spray or oil, for greasing the skillet
Instructions
- Preheat the Skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium heat and coat it well with cooking spray or oil. Allow it to get very hot before starting to cook the pancakes; this ensures a golden, even sear.
- Blend the Batter: Add all the ingredients to a blender in the order listed—starting with oats and ending with vanilla extract. Blend on high until the oats are broken down and the batter is smooth and frothy.
- Cook the Pancakes: Using a ladle or 1/4 cup (60 ml) measuring cup, pour the batter onto the hot skillet to form pancakes of your desired size. Cook each pancake for about 1 minute until edges look dry and bubbles appear on the surface.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip each pancake with a spatula and cook for another 2 minutes, or until golden and cooked through. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet between each batch as needed.
- Serve: Remove the pancakes from the skillet and serve warm with your favourite toppings, such as fresh fruit, a drizzle of honey, or a dollop of nut butter.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
- You can increase almond milk quantity for a thinner batter or reduce for thicker pancakes.
- Adding a pinch of salt enhances the flavors even more.
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and better flavor.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently on the skillet.
