# Banana Oat Pancakes

Naturally sweet pancakes made with oats and ripe bananas, no flour and no refined sugar needed.

- **Time:** 15 min

- **Servings:** 4 servings

- **Difficulty:** Easy

## Ingredients

- 2 ripe bananas

- 2 cups rolled oats

- 2 large eggs

- 1 cup milk

- 2 tsp baking powder

- 1 tsp ground cinnamon

- 1 tbsp sugar

- Butter, for the pan

## Instructions

- Blend the oats in a blender until they form a coarse flour.

- Add the bananas, eggs, milk, baking powder, cinnamon, and sugar, and blend until smooth. Rest the batter 5 minutes.

- Heat a buttered skillet over medium heat.

- Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake and cook 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface.

- Flip and cook 1 to 2 minutes more until golden.

- Serve warm with maple syrup or sliced banana.

**Tags:** [15-Minute Meals](/recipes/#15-minute), [Budget Recipes](/recipes/#budget)

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## Frequently asked questions

### How long does it take to make Banana Oat Pancakes?

Banana Oat Pancakes takes about 15 min from start to finish, which makes it a great fit for busy weeknights.

### Can I meal prep Banana Oat Pancakes?

Yes. Cook Banana Oat Pancakes as written, let it cool completely, then store it in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.

### What can I substitute in Banana Oat Pancakes?

You can swap the protein for a similar one, like turkey for chicken or chickpeas for white beans, and use whatever vegetables you have on hand. Keep the seasoning amounts the same so the flavor stays balanced.