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This oat flour pancakes recipe is gluten-free, low in sugar and most importantly - tasty, making for a healthy breakfast everyone will enjoy.
Who doesn't love pancakes - from banana chocolate chip pancakes to blueberry pancakes to pumpkin chocolate chip pancakes to mango pancakes.
But have you had pancakes with oat flour instead of all-purpose flour? If you haven't, you're missing out. You get the extra healthy benefits of oats and they couldn't be easier to make.
Best thing is you don't actually have to buy oat flour. Just blend some old-fashioned oats in a food processor until a flour-like consistency.
So if you are looking for a healthy and easy weekend breakfast, these oat flour pancakes should be at the top of the list.
Why This Recipe Works
- Nutrient rich - Oat flour is a whole grain rich loaded with nutrients. It offers complex carbs, fiber, vitamins and minerals, keeping you full longer.
- Gluten-free option - Naturally gluten-free, oat flour is a great option for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Easy - You'll be surprised how easy these oat flour pancakes are to make. Simply mix together the ingredients then cook on the skillet.
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Ingredient Notes
- Oats - You can make your own oat flour by blending some old-fashioned oats in a food processor or you can just buy some at the store.
- Light brown sugar - Adds a slight sweetness to the pancakes.
- Leavening agents - Include baking powder and baking soda for a fluffy texture.
- Salt - A pinch of salt enhances the overall taste.
- Cinnamon - Adds a subtle warmth note.
- Liquid ingredients - Use a combination of milk buttermilk, eggs and melted butter for moisture.
- Vanilla extract - Enhances the flavors.
Ingredient Swaps
Like any recipe you can mix up the ingredients. Some variations include:
- If you don't have oat flour, you can try using other flour alternatives like almond flour, coconut flour or a gluten-free flour blend.
- I like to use light brown sugar with these pancakes, but granulated or dark brown sugar can be used. Maple syrup is a good substitute too.
- I use buttermilk, but you can use a dairy free milk like coconut milk or almond milk. You can also just use whole milk as well.
- For a vegan option or if you're out of eggs, consider using flaxseed meal mixed with water, mashed bananas, applesauce or yogurt.
Step-by-Step Photos
Please note full ingredient list and instructions can be found in recipe card below.
Pulse together the oats in a food processor until it turns into a fine flour. Transfer to a bowl and add the remaining dry ingredients.
Mix in the wet ingredients. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat with a little oil and pour ⅓ coup of batter. Cook until you see some bubbles form and flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
FAQs
Not a problem. You can make your own. Just add 2 ½ cups old-fashioned oats to a food processor and blend until it turns into a flour-like consistency. It should yield 2 cups.
Not many people actually keep buttermilk on hand, but the real stuff makes a difference. However if you want to make your own version of it, mix 1 ¼ cups of milk with 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon of vinegar or lemon juice and let sit for 5 minutes. Don't expect it to be as thick and creamy however.
Yes, but you'll need to use 3 different ingredients. Replace the eggs with chia seed eggs. Use a non-dairy milk like almond milk instead of buttermilk. And replace the butter with vegetable oil.
Absolutely! Customize your pancakes with your favorite mix-ins for added flavor like chocolate chips or berries.
Of course! Transfer the pancakes in a single layer onto a baking sheet lined with parchment. Place them in the freezer for two hours before transferring to a bag. To heat, place frozen pancakes in an oven or toaster oven until warmed.
Benefits of Oats
Oats are among the healthiest grains you can eat. They include a ton of benefits, including:
- Very nutritious and rich in antioxidants
- High in fiber which helps digestion
- Can lower cholesterol and improve blood sugar levels
Equipment
The equipment you use is important to how the oat flour pancakes turn out. What is needed is the following:
- Food processor - If making your own oat flour, you need one to pulse together the oats.
- Large bowl - Need a bowl to be able to mix together the batter.
- Non-stick skillet or electric skillet - I personally like using an electric skillet, but a non-stick works great too.
- Spatula - Need to be able to flip the pancakes.
Pro Tips/Recipe Notes
- Since there is no gluten, you can throw all of the ingredients in the blender and blend together if you prefer.
- DO NOT let the pancake batter sit out or the oats will soak up the liquid and thicken too much. Add more buttermilk if you do.
- Oat flour pancake batter is thinner than traditional pancake batter. However it shouldn't be runny. If it is too thin, add 1 tablespoon of oats at a time and blend until reaching desired consistency. If it's too thick, then add 1 tablespoon of buttermilk milk at a time and blend.
- Use an electric skillet which allows you to make multiple pancakes at a time, but you can use a cast iron skillet as well.
- Wait until bubbles pop and form holes that stay open on the surface of the batter before flipping the pancakes.
- Heat oven to 200°F and place pancakes on a baking sheet to keep warm wan cooking additional pancakes.
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Oat Flour Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 cups oat flour (2 ½ cups old-fashioned oats)
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- vegetable oil for cooking
Instructions
- Add the oats to a food processor and blend until you get a fine flour. It should give you about 2 cups. Add the oat flour to a large bowl with the sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon, whisking together.
- Whisk in the buttermilk, eggs, butter and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Lightly grease a non-stick pan with oil over medium heat. Pour ⅓ cup of the batter onto the hot griddle. Cook until you see bubbles on top and the edges are firming up. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the pancakes are browned and cooked through. Serve warm with butter, fruit and maple syrup.
Notes
- Since there is no gluten, you can throw all of the ingredients in the blender and blend together if you prefer.
- DO NOT let the pancake batter sit out or the oats will soak up the liquid and thicken too much. Add more buttermilk if you do.
- Oat flour pancake batter is thinner than traditional pancake batter. However it shouldn't be runny. If it is too thin, add 1 tablespoon of oats at a time and blend until reaching desired consistency. If it's too thick, then add 1 tablespoon of buttermilk milk at a time and blend.
- Use an electric skillet which allows you to make multiple pancakes at a time, but you can use a cast iron skillet as well.
- Wait until bubbles pop and form holes that stay open on the surface of the batter before flipping the pancakes.
- Heat oven to 200°F and place pancakes on a baking sheet to keep warm wan cooking additional pancakes.
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