The Surprising Secret to the Fluffiest Pancakes I've Ever Tasted
Sundays are all about relaxing for me and taking things slow — and that goes for brunch too. As opposed to the rushed breakfasts I usually have during the week, on Sundays I can ease into the day and spend more time in the kitchen making something nice for myself in the morning. And nothing is more comforting than a delicious stack of pancakes.
One recent morning I was craving pancakes, but I also wanted something that would fill me up for the day ahead. Then I stumbled upon our easy oatmeal pancakes.
Oatmeal is my typical go-to breakfast in the winter. It’s hearty and keeps you full, so having it in pancake form is a win-win (and more luxurious than your standard bowl). Plus, an extra boost of whole grains and fiber is never a bad idea — especially when it tastes this good.
Get the recipe: Easy Oatmeal Pancakes
What’s So Great About Easy Oatmeal Pancakes
As the recipe name alludes to, these oatmeal pancakes are super easy to make (and they use ingredients you likely already have stocked in your pantry). Rolled oats are the star of the show, and soaking them is the key to getting a light and fluffy pancake. (It also makes them easier to digest.)
All you need to do is mix rolled oats with milk and let them soak for 10 minutes. Next, add melted butter, eggs, and granulated sugar and give it a nice mix. Finally, add all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon, and whisk until just combined. (Cinnamon makes everything better, in my opinion. I put it in everything from oatmeal to yogurt parfaits to morning lattes — it’s so warming and tastes like fall!)
Once your batter is made, simply pour it into a buttered skillet, using as little or as much of it as you want to make whatever size pancakes you want. Flip them when you see bubbles start to form on top, and they’re nice and golden-brown.
These pancakes are delicious, and nothing about them feels overly “healthful” or any less luxurious for a cozy brunch in. The texture is pillowy soft, with a bit of bite from the oats, and all the flavors are perfectly balanced. The best part is that you can make them ahead to have breakfast throughout the week (if you don’t finish them all at once). You can also make a batch and store them in the freezer for whenever a pancake craving calls.
The Best Way to Serve Easy Oatmeal Pancakes
Okay, hear me out: I actually love turning this oatmeal pancake batter into waffles. Yes, the batter is that versatile! Waffles create the perfect divots for butter and maple syrup to pool, making each bite even more flavorful. When I make these in my mini waffle maker, nothing sticks.
I like to serve my oatmeal waffles with butter and a drizzle of almond butter and maple syrup, and top them with fresh raspberries. Whatever mix-ins and toppings you add, I’m sure it’ll be delish.
Get the recipe: Easy Oatmeal Pancakes
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