Start the New Year off right and fuel your day with these hearty and nutritious Strawberry Oatmeal Blender Pancakes.
This post is sponsored by FAGE; however, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
The New Year is a great time to focus on being your best self and making changes both big and small. After a busy and indulgent holiday season, I usually try to kick off the New Year with some healthy habits such as: cooking plenty of nutritious meals, being physically active, spending quality time with my family, and getting enough sleep.
My Strawberry Oatmeal Blender Pancakes are the perfect hearty and wholesome breakfast for the New Year. Pancakes don’t have to be a no-no if you’re trying to eat healthy. These pancakes are packed with simple, nutrient-rich ingredients to fuel your day and are bursting with flavor. Plus, they’re so easy to make! All of the ingredients come together in a blender- no bowls, whisks, etc. You can even pour the batter directly into the pan from the blender so there’s minimal clean up involved!
Pancakes are always popular in my house. However, store-bought pancake mixes and frozen pancakes may not be the healthiest option as many of them are made with refined flour, preservatives and a good amount of added sugar. These Strawberry Oatmeal Blender Pancakes, on the other hand, are made with fresh, wholesome ingredients- rolled oats, Greek yogurt, banana, strawberries, milk, egg, vanilla, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt- that’s it!
I like to use FAGE Total Plain Greek yogurt in my pancake batter (and I like to add a dollop on top of my pancakes as well). Not only does it keep the pancakes nice and moist, it also adds a good boost of protein to give you long-lasting energy. I’ve always been a fan of FAGE – their Greek yogurt is authentic and creamy and is made with simple, high-quality ingredients. One of the things that I like about this recipe is that it is easily adaptable to fit different dietary needs. For those with lactose sensitivity, you can substitute a lactose-free or nondairy milk and FAGE’s new lactose-free BestSelf Greek yogurt. It’s a delicious, real dairy, protein-rich Greek yogurt just without the lactose. It has the rich, creamy goodness of dairy, is made with 100% natural ingredients, and is Non-GMO Project Verified.
FAGE BestSelf comes in both plain and blended (fruit or vanilla) varieties. My refrigerator is always packed with Greek yogurt. I like to use the plain yogurt in my recipes like smoothies, yogurt bowls, and even savory dishes like soups and salad dressings. I also enjoy it as a protein-packed post-workout snack topped with fresh berries. My kids love the blended varieties – it’s the perfect snack to take on the go.
These Strawberry Oatmeal Blender Pancakes are also gluten-free if you use certified gluten-free oats. Instead of using refined white flour in the batter, I use rolled oats, which are nutritious whole grains. Oats have a multitude of health benefits including: helping to lower cholesterol, stabilizing blood sugar levels, keeping things moving smoothly in your intestinal tract, and keeping you feeling full. For this recipe, you grind the oats up in the blender to make oat flour and then add in the rest of the ingredients.
Instead of adding sugar to the batter, I use a banana and chopped strawberries. The fruits add natural sweetness as well as a host of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. Because there is no added sugar, these pancakes are not too sweet. If you prefer them a little sweeter, you can always top them with an extra drizzle of maple syrup.
The combination of complex carbs, fiber and protein in these pancakes will help fuel your morning, stabilize your blood sugar, and keep you feeling full and satisfied. So the next time you’re craving something sweet for breakfast, try these simple and delicious homemade pancakes. You won’t buy pancake mix again!
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Start the New Year off right and fuel your day with these hearty and nutritious Strawberry Oatmeal Blender Pancakes.
- 2 cups old fashioned oats (can use certified gluten-free oats)
- 1 cup milk, any type
- ½ cup FAGE Total 2% Greek yogurt or FAGE BestSelf Plain for a lactose-free option
- 1 large egg
- 1 large, ripe banana
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1½ cups chopped strawberries
- Olive oil or coconut oil spray
- Optional toppings: FAGE Total 2% Greek yogurt, chopped strawberries, maple syrup
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Pulse the oats in a blender until finely ground.
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Add the milk, yogurt, egg, banana, vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the blender. Blend until smooth.
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Heat a nonstick pan or griddle over medium heat and coat lightly with olive oil or coconut oil spray. Working in batches, pour the batter into the skillet, about ¼ cup batter per pancake. Sprinkle chopped strawberries on the pancakes. Cook the pancakes until bubbles appear around the edges and the bottoms are nicely browned, 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until done. Repeat with the remaining batter.
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Serve pancakes immediately or keep warm in a 200°F oven. Serve with a dollop of FAGE Greek yogurt, chopped strawberries and a drizzle of maple syrup.
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What a simple way to make healthy panckes. I have all the ingredients and am ready to go. Thank you Sonali.