Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancakes

Pancakes made with white flour have a high glycemic index value. This means the starch is converted into sugar and released into the bloodstream quickly. It will spike your blood sugar, setting off a roller coaster as your body releases insulin as to restore balance.

Make your pancakes more nutrient-dense using whole-wheat flour, oats and apple, and always add a bit of fat from nature (chia, ground flaxseed, Greek yogurt, coconut oil or a bit of grass-fed butter)

Oats provide fiber and digest more slowly. This stabilize blood sugar levels and keeps you going longer, feeling more satisfied and energized.

Make extra to freeze for busy mornings, making a pancake “sandwich’

• Mix 2 tablespoons cream cheese with a bit of  honey and fresh or dried berries
• Spread nut butter and banana or other fruit

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancakes

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Servings

12 4-inch pancakes

Servings 12 4-inch pancakes

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancakes Print Recipe CourseBreakfast Servings 12 4-inch pancakes Servings 12 4-inch pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup buttermilk (I mix 1 tablespoon vinegar with 1 cup milk)
• 2/3 cup rolled oats
• 1 large egg beaten lightly
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 1 Granny Smith apple grated
• 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil plus additional for brushing the griddle

Toppings

• maple syrup
• applesauce
• nut butter
• whole-milk Greek yogurt

Adjust servings: 4-inch pancakes

Units:MetricUS Imperial

Instructions

1. In a bowl whisk together 1 cup buttermilk and oats and let the mixture stand for 15 to 20 minutes. (You can mix the night before).
2. In a large bowl whisk together egg, brown sugar, and apple.
3. Stir in flour, the baking soda, salt, cinnamon, 2 tablespoons oil, and oat mixture, until well mixed.
4. Heat a griddle over moderate heat, brush it with butter or coconut oil. Drop the batter (approximately 1/4 cup) on the griddle
5. Cook the pancakes for 1 to 2 minutes until it starts to bubble. Flip and cook or golden and cooked through.
6. Serve with topping of choice

Recipe Notes

NOTE:

• Add 1/4 - 1/3 cup chopped nuts and/or 2 tablespoons of raisins for increased fiber and nutrient density
• Exchange cinnamon for cardamom or a pinch of allspice or nutmeg

Adapted from Epicurious: Apple and Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancakes.

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