These wholesome flax and oat pancakes are a delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite, offering a nutritious and flavorful start to your day.
Combine the whole wheat flour, flaxseed meal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
Sifting the dry ingredients together ensures an even distribution and prevents clumps.
In another bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
Make sure the melted butter is not too hot to avoid cooking the egg.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Overmixing can result in dense pancakes, so mix until you no longer see dry flour.
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes while heating a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Resting allows the baking powder to activate and the batter to thicken slightly.
Pour a portion of the batter onto the skillet and cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
Use a ladle or measuring cup for consistent pancake sizes.
Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, syrup, or yogurt.
Warm the syrup slightly before serving for an extra touch of comfort.
