Banana Oatmeal Pancakes Greek Yogurt (Print Version)

Fluffy banana oat pancakes served with creamy Greek yogurt for a wholesome breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 1 1/4 cups rolled oats
07 - 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
10 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ For Serving

12 - 1 cup Greek yogurt
13 - Maple syrup, to taste
14 - Fresh berries or sliced bananas (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Pulse rolled oats in blender or food processor until coarse flour forms.
02 - Mash bananas in large bowl until smooth. Whisk in eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter or coconut oil until fully incorporated.
03 - Add oat flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep pancakes tender.
04 - Heat nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease surface with butter or oil.
05 - Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto skillet. Cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on surface and edges appear set. Flip and cook 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
06 - Serve warm topped with Greek yogurt, maple syrup drizzle, and fresh berries or banana slices if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in under 30 minutes, making them perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekends
  • Naturally sweetened by bananas, they satisfy that pancake craving without the sugar crash
  • The Greek yogurt topping adds protein and creaminess that keeps you full until lunch
02 -
  • Overmixing makes tough pancakes. Stir until combined and walk away, even if small lumps remain.
  • Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking. This hydrates the oats and yields fluffier results.
03 -
  • Use a measuring cup to portion batter for uniform pancakes that cook evenly
  • Keep finished pancakes warm in a 200°F oven while cooking the rest

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