Whole Wheat Oatmeal Pancakes

Makes 3-4 servings

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup quick-cooking oats (not instant oats)
• 3/4 cup nonfat (skim) milk
• 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp grated nutmeg (optional)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 tbsp grapeseed oil

Directions

1.      Soak oats in milk for 10 minutes.

2.      Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and sugar in a large bowl.

3.      Add milk and oats mixture, applesauce, egg and oil to dry ingredients.  Stir just until combined (over-mixing causes pancakes to become rubbery).

4.      Heat a large nonstick pan or griddle over medium heat.  Lightly brush with oil.  Scoop about 1/4 cup portions of batter into pan, less for smaller pancakes.

5.      Cook until bubbles begin to form on the surface and undersides are golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.  Flip pancakes with a spatula and cook the other side, about 1-2 minutes more.  Serve with extra applesauce, yogurt, and/or sliced fruit.

Nutrition Information Per Serving (for 3 servings):