Oatmeal Pancakes

These gluten-free oatmeal pancakes use rolled oats as the base, which means they’re packed with fiber and protein to keep you fuller longer!

Oatmeal Pancakes

If you’re looking for a healthier gluten-free pancake recipe that’s packed with protein, you’ve come to the right place! These oatmeal pancakes use naturally gluten-free rolled oats as the base along with Greek yogurt and eggs, making them an excellent source of both fiber and protein. These hearty pancakes will leave your stomach satisfied and full until lunch.

You can see just how easy they are to make in the detailed recipe step-by-step photos.

Ingredients In Oatmeal Pancakes

• Gluten-Free Old Fashioned Oats: The base of this gluten-free recipe.
• Greek Yogurt: To keep the pancakes tender and moist.   
• Granulated Sugar: To give pancakes their sweet flavor. 
• Eggs: Binding ingredient to hold the batter together, plus they give the pancakes their fluffy texture. 
• Baking Powder: To help the pancakes cook up nice and fluffy. 
• Ground Cinnamon: For an extra hint of warming spice flavor.  
• Whole Milk: For added moisture and to prevent the batter from being too thick since that can result in pancakes that don’t cook fully through.
• Vanilla Extract: To enhance the flavor.

How to Make Oatmeal Pancakes

• Add all the ingredients to a high-powered blender, then blend until smooth.
• Spray a non-stick skillet with non-stick cooking spray and place over low heat.
• Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet and allow the pancake to cook for 4-5 minutes or until bubbles form on top. 
• Flip and allow to cook for another 3 minutes. 
• Repeat with the remaining batter.
• Serve warm with fresh fruit and maple syrup.

Tips for Making The Best Oatmeal Pancakes

• Preheat your frying pan or griddle before adding the batter.
• Lightly spray the frying pan with more non-stick cooking spray between batches so the oatmeal pancakes don’t stick to the frying pan. 
• The oatmeal pancake batter will thicken as it sits. If the batter gets too thick, gently stir in an additional tablespoon of milk. 
• Not sure when your pancakes are cooked all the way through? Gently push down in the middle of the cooked pancake. If they bounce back up, they’re fully cooked.

Can I Make This Oatmeal Pancake Batter Ahead of Time?

Yes, you can prepare the batter the night before it’s needed and store it in a sealed food-safe container overnight. Gently stir the oatmeal pancake batter before use.

How Long Does It Take to Make Oatmeal Pancakes?

It takes less than 5 minutes to prepare the oatmeal pancake batter and about 7 minutes to cook the pancakes. 

How Long Are Oatmeal Pancakes Good For?

You can store cooked pancakes in a sealed food-safe container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

Can I Freeze Oatmeal Pancakes?

Yes, you can keep leftover pancakes in a sealed food-safe container or zip-top bag in the freezer for up to 2 months. Let the pancakes cool completely before transferring them to the freezer. You’ll also want a piece of wax paper between the stacked pancakes so that they don’t stick together once frozen. 

How Do I Reheat Oatmeal Pancakes?

Reheat leftover pancakes in the microwave or toaster for a few seconds. If using the toaster, make sure you don’t have any syrup on the leftover pancakes. Even the slightest bit of syrup on a leftover pancake could cause burning in the toaster. 

Why Aren’t My Pancakes Fluffy?

There could be a few reasons for dense, flat pancakes. One reason could be expired baking powder. With that in mind, always check the expiration date on the box before you use it. Baking powder is typically good for 6 months after you’ve opened the box.

Another reason for flat or dense pancakes could be over mixing the batter. Yes, this batter is mixed fast in the blender, but you don’t want to over do it! Blend the mixture just until there are no longer large oat pieces in the batter.

Also, make sure you didn’t use too much of the rolled oats. It’s always more accurate to use a food scale for ingredients so you don’t pack too much into your measuring cup.  

Can I Use Steel Cut Oats Instead of Old Fashioned Rolled Oats?

No, steel cut outs are too hard and won’t blend smoothly into the pancake batter. 

Can I Add Mix-Ins to This Oatmeal Pancake Batter?

Yes, a mix-in like chocolate chips would work well. Stir these in after you’ve finished blending the batter. I’d avoid fresh berry mix-ins as they can add too much moisture to the pancakes and they may not rise properly. Instead, fresh berries are better as toppings on the cooked pancakes rather than mixed into the batter. 

What Can I Serve With Oatmeal Pancakes?

Gluten-free oatmeal pancakes go great with a variety of toppings like syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream and powdered sugar. As a side dish with oatmeal pancakes, try some added protein like breakfast sausages or bacon.

Ingredients Substitutions for Oatmeal Pancakes

• Make this recipe dairy-free by using plant-based Greek yogurt and milk. 
• Substitute the granulated sugar in this recipe with 3 tablespoons of either maple syrup or honey. 

Easy Oatmeal Pancakes

These high-protein and high-fiber pancakes will satisfy those breakfast cravings and leave you fuller longer. Even with rolled oats as the base, these pancakes cook up nice and fluffy. 

More Gluten-Free Pancake Recipes to Try!

• Almond Flour Pancakes
• Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes
• Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

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