Pancakes are a breakfast favorite in my house. The problem is, I don’t always have time in the early morning hours to make fresh pancakes for my crew. As the new school year will be starting up again next week, I have been making and freezing batches of pancakes to be thawed and reheated for busy school mornings. This recipe is hearty and filling because of the added oatmeal and berries. I try to use old fashioned oats instead of the quick oats for a heartier, whole grain flavor and texture. I first made this recipe when my children were very young. Every time I try to cut corners and make the pre-mixed, boxed pancake recipe, my kids complain about the bland, rubbery taste and texture. I have learned that my Blueberry Oatmeal Flapjacks are definitely worth the extra time and effort.
Blueberry Oatmeal Flapjacks
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup quick cooking oats
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 cup fresh blueberries
In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt. In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, vanilla, oil and egg. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix well. Carefully fold in blueberries.
Heat a lightly buttered griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Pour the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot.
mmmm… these make me hungry for breakfast!
Christina
http://www.foodiewithalife.com
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They are great any time of the day, Christina! Thanks so much for visiting my site!
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oh my gosh I LOVE pancakes, and these look delicious!
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My family loves pancakes too! I keep a pre made supply in the fridge or freezer so they can heat the up any time of day….for a meal or a snack! Thanks for your comment and thanks for visiting!
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You have the best food photographs! I’ll have to try this recipe. I like the almond/vanilla flavoring combo!
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Ellen, you are so kind! I just use my iPad camera to take pics…nothing special…thanks for visiting my site. I’ll be stopping by your site to see what you are up to!
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I’m an iPad kinda girl, myself!
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…And you do a great job, Ellen!
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Your photos of these flapjacks are amazing… I swear I could almost taste them!
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Thanks for your kind words…the pancakes speak for themselves…YUMMY!
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