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    Home » Real Food » Breakfast Recipes

    Healthy Banana Oat Pancakes

    January 16, 2022 | By Kristen Chidsey | 75 Comments | *This post may include amazon links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    These Healthy Banana Oatmeal Pancakes are easy and delicious! Simple ingredients are blended together to create tender and naturally sweet, gluten-free pancakes.

    Banana Oatmeal Pancakes are the easiest and tastiest recipe for gluten-free pancakes ever! Made with simple pantry staples and a blender, these Oat Pancakes are light, tender, and perfectly sweet.

    Stack of banana oatmeal pancakes on plate showing triangle bite out of stack.

    I LOVE Pancakes. From fluffy whole wheat pancakes to vegan blueberry pancakes to Dutch Baby Pancakes, pancakes are one of my favorite breakfasts.

    And while you may think of pancakes as an indulgent option that should only be reserved for weekends or special occasions, let me introduce you to my all-time favorite healthy pancake recipe--Banana Oatmeal Pancakes.

    This recipe is made without flour, without added sugar, without added butter or oil, and can easily be made dairy-free as well.

    While are not thick and fluffy like traditional pancakes, these Banana Oat Pancakes are thin, airy, tender, perfectly sweet, and downright irresistible.

    The banana gives them just the right amount of sweetness and because they are so thin, they cook up super fast--making them easiest enough to prepare any day of the week.

    Whether you need to be gluten-free or not, Banana Oatmeal Pancakes make an easy AND healthy option for breakfast!

    Notes On Ingredients

    One of the best things about these Banana Oatmeal Pancakes is that they are made with pantry staples. No special flours or stabilizers are needed! In fact, you probably have all the ingredients on hand now.

    • Oats: Use regular rolled oats or quick-cook oats, not steel-cut oats. And be sure to check that your oats are certified gluten-free if need be.
    • Bananas: Use ripe or slightly overripe bananas for the most prominent banana flavor and for natural sweetness. If using frozen bananas, be sure to defrost before adding them to the batter.
    • Milk: Any variety of milk will work--regular milk, soy milk, almond milk, oat milk, etc.

    How to Make Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

    • In a blender, add eggs, milk, and vanilla. It is best to add in the liquid ingredients first, as this makes it easier for the blender to fully blend the pancake batter.
    • Next add cinnamon, baking powder, and oats to the blender.
    • Finally, add 2 ripe bananas, cut into chunks, into the blender.
    • Blend on full speed until the batter is fully incorporated and smooth. Keep in mind that the Banana Oat Pancake Batter should be thinner than traditional pancakes, but should not be runny. If you find the batter too thick, add in 1 teaspoon of milk at a time and blend; repeat until desired consistency is reached. If you find the batter too thin, add in 1 tablespoon oats and blend well; repeat until desired consistency is reached. 
    Bananas, oats, egg, and milk layered in blender.
    • Preheat a griddle or nonstick frying pan over medium heat.
    • Grease the griddle with coconut oil, butter, or cooking spray.
    • Using a ¼ cup measuring cup, pour pancake batter onto the heated pan.
    • Cook until small bubbles form, about 4 minutes.
    • Flip pancakes, and cook for an additional 2-4 minutes per side.
    Banana Pancakes with tiny bubbles being flipped in skillet.
    • Remove the pancakes from the skillet and serve warm.

    Serving Suggestions

    Banana Oatmeal Pancakes are sweet enough that they don't need syrup but of course, no one complains about a drizzle of maple syrup or homemade chocolate syrup.

    I personally love to serve these Banana Oat Pancakes with a smear of peanut butter and additional slices of banana.

    And don't just limit these Oat Pancakes to breakfast. They make a great base for a quick nut butter sandwich for a gluten-free lunch option.

    Stack of Blender Oat Pancakes on plate with bananas in back.

    Storage Instructions

    Once prepared, allow the pancakes to cool fully and then stack them in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    Alternatively, you can freeze the leftover oatmeal pancakes for up to 3 months. To freeze the pancakes, allow them to cool fully, and then place the pancakes in a freezer-safe bag between layers of parchment paper so they do not stick together when frozen. Reheat in microwave or toaster oven right from the freezer.

    Vegan Modification

    To make Vegan Banana Oat Pancakes, use non-dairy milk and in place of the eggs, mix together ½ cup water with 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed and let sit for 5 minutes. I have made this variety many times with success.

    More Gluten-Free Breakfast Recipes

    • Gluten-Free Cinnamon Muffins
    • Gluten-Free Breakfast Casserole
    • Oven-Baked Frittata
    • Instant Pot Oatmeal
    • Instant Pot Frittata

    When you are craving light, sweet pancakes---these Banana Oat Pancakes are the way to go! Let me know in the comments if you gave them a try!

    Forkful of gluten-free banana oatmeal pancakes.

    Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

    These Healthy Banana Oatmeal Pancakes are easy and delicious! Simple ingredients are blended together to create tender and naturally sweet, gluten-free pancakes.
    4.77 from 34 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 8 minutes
    Total Time: 13 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 134kcal
    Author: Kristen Chidsey

    Ingredients

    • 2 eggs
    • ½ cup milk any variety
    • 1 cup oats quick-cook or old fashioned work
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • dash cinnamon
    • 2 ripe bananas broken into chunks
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    Instructions

    • Preheat a skillet or griddle to medium heat. Grease pan with coconut oil, butter, or cooking spray.
    • In a blender add eggs, milk, and vanilla. Next add cinnamon, baking powder, and oats to the blender. Finally, add 2 ripe bananas, cut into chunks, into the blender.
    • Blend until the batter is smooth and no chunks of bananas remain. The batter should be thinner than traditional pancakes, but should not be runny. If you find the batter too thick, add in 1 teaspoon of milk at a time and blend; repeat until desired consistency is reached. If you find the batter too thin, add in 1 tablespoon oats and blend well; repeat until desired consistency is reached. 
    • Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the preheated skillet and cook until small bubbles form about 4 minutes. Flip and cook 2-4 minutes per side.
    • Top with your favorite pancake toppings and enjoy!!!

    Equipment Needed

    • Blender
    • Nonstick Griddle

    Notes

    • Be sure to use certified gluten-free oats, if you need these pancakes to be gluten-free. 
    • Use any variety of milk you like. Non-dairy milk works great. 
    • If using frozen bananas, be sure to defrost before adding them to the batter. 
    • To make Vegan Banana Oat Pancakes: In place of eggs, mix together ½ cup water with 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed and let sit for 5 minutes. And use non-dairy milk. I have made this variety many times with great success. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 408mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 155IU | Vitamin C: 5.1mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 1.2mg
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    **Post updated with new pictures, but the original recipe from 2015 remains the same. 

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    Hi, I am Kristen, creator of A Mind "Full" Mom. I believe that making a wholesome family meal does not need to be hard or expensive! I love nothing more than to share with you delicious solutions for your hungry family.

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    1. Sarah

      June 01, 2022 at 6:25 pm

      5 stars
      These are the BEST pancakes! I make them all the time. I add up to three tablespoons of flax, chia or hemp hearts to add some extra nutrition and up the milk to 3/4. They are so tasty and just perfect!

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        June 01, 2022 at 7:03 pm

        Thanks for sharing Sarah! I love hearing you enjoy so much!

        Reply
    2. amanda

      March 30, 2022 at 12:38 pm

      can oat flour be used instead of oats?

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        March 31, 2022 at 7:10 am

        Hi Amanada! Technically, yes, but the measurements are for oats, not oat flour. I would use only 3/4 cup of the oat flour.

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    3. Marissa Wicherski

      June 07, 2021 at 5:26 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing pancakes!! Make them every morning now!!
      Is it 134cal per pancake??

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        June 07, 2021 at 5:42 pm

        It is actually for 3 pancakes. And I am so glad you enjoy these so much!

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    4. Amy

      January 18, 2021 at 11:35 am

      Good pancakes! Can I save the batter itself if I didnt use it a in the fridge ? How long will that be good for?

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        January 18, 2021 at 11:37 am

        Hi Amy! I am so glad you enjoyed! You can leave the pancake batter in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. You can store cooked pancakes for 3-4 days or freeze for 3 months.

        Reply
    5. Lisa

      December 20, 2020 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      Hi. I just made these pancakes, followed the recipe just substituted milk to oatmilk since my daughter doesn't drink milk, love the texture and very easy to make.
      Thank you for the recipe!! Very healthy and delicious!😋😋

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        December 20, 2020 at 12:02 pm

        So glad you all enjoyed and were able to make for your daughter to enjoy!

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      • Syrupppp

        January 17, 2021 at 9:41 pm

        5 stars
        Easy, delicious, worth saving!

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