Sweet Banana Oatmeal Pancakes with Blueberry Topping  

Whip up these pancakes in a blender or food processor for a quick breakfast that is both tasty and healthy. Oats provide fiber and protein to keep your family satisfied until lunch, while a ripe banana makes these pancakes extra sweet!  

Ingredients 

1 cup oats (quick or old-fashioned) 

1 teaspoon baking powder 

¼ teaspoon salt 

1 cup milk of your choice (low-fat milk or unsweetened almond or soy milk)  

1 medium very ripe banana, peeled and cut 

Canola oil (or other) cooking spray 

½ cup frozen blueberries 

2 tablespoons maple syrup 

Directions 

Pancakes 

1. In a blender or food processor, blend oats, baking powder and salt until oats are finely chopped into a coarse flour consistency. Add milk and banana and blend until smooth.
2. Heat a nonstick pan on medium and spray with cooking spray. 
3. Cook pancakes until golden brown on each side and set aside. 

Blueberry topping 

1. In a small microwave-safe dish, defrost frozen blueberries with 2 to 3 tablespoons of water.
2. Add maple syrup, mash the blueberries, and mix well. 
3. Serve over pancakes. 

Tip: For a quick weekday breakfast, store extra pancakes in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.