I have seen a lot of folks asking this question about how to make oatmeal pancakes at home or what should be an ideal home-made pancakes recipe.
As for myself, I’m someone who likes the idea of having pancakes on Sunday mornings – and lots of pancakes, so to say. In fact, I’ve been gobbling up all these regular pancakes lazily relaxing on my bed with a few cups of tea or hot coffee around.
But the reality is that every time I allow myself this practice, it only takes me a few hours to run out of energy and get hungry again. So, I had to conjure up a solution to get rid of this food craving.
The solution that I discovered was in oats. I found out that oatmeal pancakes can help me to get rid of this problem. Just mix high-fiber and high-protein oats in your normal pancake batter and you will get amazingly healthier result, much more satisfactory than you could imagine. But don’t worry, they are no less fluffy or worthy of a strong maple syrup drizzle. And the result will be delicious.
Oatmeal solves pancake breakfast hunger
The problem with time-tested and traditional pancakes is that they are usually a combination of refined flour and sugar. This means that although they taste highly delicious, they are a mix of simple carbohydrate that increases blood sugar levels, giving you a quick boost of energy, but making you feel hungry soon after. Adding a whole grain helps counteract this problem. Oats are rich in fiber and are a great source of protein (half a cup, uncooked, contains 4 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein), which provide long-lasting energy. It also provides some extra vitamins and minerals in each bite, which keeps you healthy.
The best texture is obtained by soaking
To ensure that the oats do not affect the light and fluffy texture of the pancakes, immersion is essential. Simply mix the oatmeal and milk in your bowl and let it rest for 10 minutes while you collect the other ingredients. The oats will soften and begin to disintegrate, so that your pancakes do not taste too strong and the oats are easier to digest and absorb.
How to make Oatmeal pancakes
PRODUCTION
For 4 people, makes 12 pancakes (3 inches)
PREPARATION TIME
15 minutes
COOKING TIME
20 to 24 minutes
INGREDIENTS
1 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats.
1 cup of milk, regular or non-dairy.
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon of butter, more for cooking
1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
2/3 cup flour for all purposes
2 teaspoons of baking powder
1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
First, whisk a cup of rolled oats and a cup of milk in a large bowl. Leave to stand for 10 minutes to soften the oats. Meanwhile, melt a tablespoon of unsalted butter and let it cool for some time.
Now it is time to add the butter, 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar to the oatmeal and mix everything. Add 2/3 cup of flour for all purposes, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, if desired, and stir until well mixed. However, do not stir too much and over-mix. Let it stand for another 5 minutes. In the mean time, heat a large cast iron pan or a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add one teaspoon of butter to the pan and stir properly. Pour the batter into the pan in 2 tablespoons and cook all the three at a time. Cook for about 3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface, the ends appear dry and the bottom is golden brown. Turn the pancakes and cook until the other side looks golden brown, for about 2-3 minutes more.
Place the pancakes in a hot oven or a dish. Repeat cooking the remaining batter with a teaspoon of butter for each batch.
Point to remember
Storage: Pancakes can be kept in an airtight container for a maximum of 5 days or frozen for a maximum of 2 months.
Wrapping up
I am sure those of you are looking for an oatmeal pancake recipe or want to know how to make oatmeal pancakes, would be happy to go through this post, for I am sure they will have no problem to experiment with their own brand of oatmeal pancakes, healthful and delicious!
As for myself, I’m someone who likes the idea of having pancakes on Sunday mornings – and lots of pancakes, so to say. In fact, I’ve been gobbling up all these regular pancakes lazily relaxing on my bed with a few cups of tea or hot coffee around.
