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Home » Recipes » Breakfast » Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes

Published: Feb 26, 2020 · Updated: Feb 26, 2020 by Natalie · This post may contain affiliate links · 43 Comments

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Deliciously nutty and sweet, Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes are perfect quick breakfast that your family will love. These oatmeal pancakes are made with WHOLESOME ingredients and WITHOUT ADDED SUGARS, packed with nutrients and incredible flavor. So delicious and super easy to make!  

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes topped with banana, maple peanut butter syrup, and chocolate

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I was hoping to publish this peanut butter pancake recipe before Pancake Day yesterday. But at the last moment, I decided to swap my afternoon working and spend time with my kiddo celebrating Pancake Day. And oh boy, did we enjoyed the day off yesterday. I made a bunch of these peanut butter pancake beauties. Went to school to pick up my boy, and then we ended up at the local pancake event near the school where we ate pancakes, off course, and had such a great time. When we got home, and after dinner, we enjoyed some more pancakes... this time healthier ones. These ones. Luckily I took photos before we eat them all. 

It seems my boys really dig oatmeal pancakes. This is great because I'm such a massive fan of OATS and love seeing my boys enjoy oats too. I made the first batch of oatmeal Blueberry Banana Pancakes a few weeks ago. They disappeared from the plate instantly. I thought that until Pancake Day, they be already bored with pancakes.. but no! They ASK for it again. So I decided to make oatmeal pancakes again, but this time I swapped fruity flavors with nutty ones. And it seems I nailed the flavors. My boys dig these peanut butter pancakes as well.  

These fluffy, nutty Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes are sooo delicious. So rich - loaded with wonderful peanutty-cinnamony flavor. Sweet but not overly sweet. But these peanut butter pancakes are more than just sweet treat.

They are packed with NUTRIENTS, so healthy and low in sugar. Actually, they are completely ADDED-SUGAR-FREE. They are naturally sweetened with banana, packed with hearty oats and creamy protein-packed peanut butter. Perfect breakfast options for kids and grown-ups. Bonus: these lovely pancakes are super easy to make. All you need is a few basic ingredients and 15 minutes tops! 

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes ingredients

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes ingredients

All ingredients in this recipe contribute to our health in some way, so this treat is far from empty sweet calories. To make these delicious peanut butter pancakes you'll need: 

  • OATS: Hearty, healthy, and filling, oats are stapled food in my pantry. It’s one of my favorite grain. They are a great choice for breakfast since they are an excellent source of fiber, especially beta-glucan that is known for its power to lower cholesterol and therefore keep your heart healthy (1). Also, oats are high in vitamins, minerals, and some powerful antioxidants. + Proteins. YES, proteins!! They are nutritious and so versatile. When making banana pancakes, I love to use quick oats because they give a more soft, fluffy texture. 
  • BANANA: Bananas are great. They are sweet and they are packed with nutrients. Bananas are high in fiber and many essential micronutrients, including potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C and magnesium. (2) They are also packed with antioxidants. (3) I used ripe banana. It gave pancakes sweetness so there’s no need to add extra sugars. Meaning you’ll eat less unnecessary sugars and calories. 
  • MILK: I used oat milk in this recipe because oat milk is naturally creamy and sweet, plus it has so many benefits too. Oat milk is a popular dairy-free milk substitute. Naturally, oat milk isn’t as nutritious as whole oats, that’s why it’s often enriched with nutrients — including calcium, potassium, iron, and vitamins A and D. But oat milk is unique because it’s free of many of the allergens found in other types of milk. Plus, same as whole oats, it contains beta-glucans — a soluble fiber that may offer heart health benefits (4). 

To enhance these oatmeal pancakes with flavor and some more NUTRIENTS, I also added:

  • PEANUT BUTTER: Peanut butter is really amazing protein-packed spread that is not only super tasty but super healthy too. It’s loaded with proteins and healthy fats, as well with fibers. (5) Half of the fat in peanut butter is made up of oleic acid, a healthy type of monounsaturated fat, which makes peanut butter good for our heart health. I used all natural peanut butter that has just peanuts. No added oils. No added sugars nor salts. That’s the BEST peanut butter to use, not only for making this peanut butter pancakes recipe but in general… for everyday use. 
  • CEYLON CINNAMON: Ceylon cinnamon, also known as “true” cinnamon, is a highly delicious spice with many health benefits. Cinnamon is loaded with powerful antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties. (6, 7) Cinnamon gave these banana pancakes a truly wonderful flavor. 

Other pantry ingredients you’ll need:

    • Egg
    • Vanilla extract
    • Salt
    • Baking powder

If you feel that pancakes are not sweet enough for your taste, you can add some sweetener. I suggest raw honey. Raw honey is unrefined sweetener with many health benefits. It will give pancakes subtle sweetness yet won't overload them with much sugary calories. Marple syrup is another great choice. It is also considered non-refined sugar, meaning much healthier option. 

Healthy Peanut Butter Pancakes with oatmeal topped with banana, maple peanut butter syrup, and chocolate

How to make Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes

  • Prepare and measure all ingredients using measuring cups. 
  • Place 1 ripe banana, 1 medium egg, 3/4 cup oat milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a blender. Blend on high for few seconds until ingredients combine.
  • Add in 1 1/2 cup rolled oats (or quick oats), 1/4 cup peanut butter, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and pinch of salt. Blend on high until the batter is smooth (about 1-2 minutes). 
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and coat with coconut oil cooking spray or melted coconut oil using the brush. 
  • For each pancake, drop 1/4 cup of batter into the pan. Cook 2-3 minutes, until pancake is lightly browned. 
  • Flip carefully with flexible silicone spatula and cook another 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a plate. 
  • Make sure to coat the pan before every pancake or batch of pancakes to prevent sticking.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
  • Serve immediately, topped with peanut butter or peanut butter maple syrup, bananas, and cacao nibs or dark chocolate chips.
  • Makes 6 pancakes that serves 2-3 people.

Substitutions

  • You can use quick oats or rolled oats here.  
  • You can swap oat milk for almond milk or organic soy milk. Cow’s milk works fine here too. Coconut milk won’t work well here. 
  • Make sure to choose organic virgin coconut oil rather than refined versions. You can substitute coconut oil with avocado oil. 
  • You can use raw honey or maple syrup here. Date syrup wont work well here.
  • MAKE IT VEGAN: Swap egg with flax or chia egg. Use non-dairy milk.
  • MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Use certified gluten-free oats. 

Healthy Peanut Butter Pancakes with oatmeal topped with banana, maple peanut butter syrup, and chocolate

Tips for serving

  • Top peanut butter pancakes with FRESH FRUITS: banana slices, blueberries, strawberries, or any other high antioxidant berry fruit, or spoonful of creamy peanut butter or peanut butter maple syrup.
  • Sprinkle with: cacao nibs or dark chocolate chips. You can be creative here and choose toppings you like.

Tips for storing

  • Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 
  • HOW TO FREEZE: : Take your cooked and cooled pancakes and place each pancake individually in wax paper bags or stack between wax paper. Store wrapped pancakes in a large freezer zip-lock bag. Keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw on room temperature.
  • Pancakes can be warmed in the microwave. Don't overheat them.

Healthy gluten-free Peanut Butter Pancakes topped with banana and maple peanut butter syrup

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes are:

  • Made with all natural, WHOLESOME ingredients.
  • Fluffy and full of beautiful peanut flavor.
  • Easy to make in just 15 minutes.
  • Needs only a few simple ingredients.
  • Deliciously sweet but added sugar-free.
  • Low-calorie and rich in nutrients – quality fibers, plant-based proteins, and minerals.
  • Packed with heart-healthy fats and antioxidants.
  • Perfect quick & HEalThy breakfast, kids school snack or afternoon dessert.
  • Delicious and satisfying, 100% guilt-free! 

Enjoy!

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes topped with banana, maple peanut butter syrup, and chocolate
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes recipe

These Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes are perfect indulgent guilt-free breakfast - yummy, sweet and so HEALTHY. + Easy to make with few simple ingredients! ADDED-SUGAR-FREE & GF.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American, British, International
Keyword easy banana pancakes, oatmeal pancakes, peanut butter banana pancakes, peanut butter oatmeal pancakes, peanut butter pancakes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 3 people (2 pancakes per person)
Calories 177kcal
Author Natalie

Equipment

  • Measuring cups
  • Blender
  • Pancake pan
  • Silicone brush
  • Flexible silicone spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup rolled oats or quick oats
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 medium egg
  • 3/4 cup oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Prepare and measure all ingredients using measuring cups.
  • Place 1 ripe banana, 1 medium egg, 3/4 cup oat milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a blender. Blend on high for few seconds until ingredients combine.
  • Add in 1 1/2 cup rolled oats (or quick oats), 1/4 cup peanut butter, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and pinch of salt. Blend on high until the batter is smooth (about 1-2 minutes).
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and coat with coconut oil cooking spray or melted coconut oil using the brush.
  • For each pancake, drop 1/4 cup of batter into the pan. Cook 2-3 minutes, until pancake is lightly browned.
  • Flip carefully with flexible silicone spatula and cook another 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Make sure to coat the pan before every pancake or batch of pancakes to prevent sticking.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
  • Serve immediately, topped with peanut butter or peanut butter maple syrup, bananas, and cacao nibs or dark chocolate chips.

Notes

Makes 6 pancakes that serves 2-3 people.
Substitutions
You can use quick oats or rolled oats here.  
You can swap oat milk for almond milk or organic soy milk. Cow’s milk works fine here too. Coconut milk won’t work well here. 
Make sure to choose organic, virgin coconut oil rather than refined versions. You can substitute coconut oil with avocado oil. 
You can use raw honey or maple syrup here. Date syrup wont work well here.
MAKE IT VEGAN: Swap egg with flax or chia egg. Use non-dairy milk.
MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Use certified gluten-free oats. 
Tips for storing
Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 
HOW TO FREEZE: : Take your cooked and cooled pancakes and place each pancake individually in wax paper bags or stack between wax paper. Store wrapped pancakes in a large freezer zip-lock bag. Keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw on room temperature.
Pancakes can be warmed in the microwave. Don't overheat them.
As a measure, I used US cup (240ml).
Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 241mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 114IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg

More peanut butter recipes

  • Mini Peanut Butter Banana Muffins
  • Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Roll-Ups
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding

If you’ve tried this peanut butter pancake recipe or any other recipe on Natalie’s Health, please take a minute to rate the recipe and leave a comment letting me know how you liked it. I love hearing from you!

These Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes are perfect indulgent guilt-free breakfast - yummy, sweet and so HEALTHY. + Easy to make with few simple ingredients!

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About Natalie

Natalie is health & wellness coach, with expertise in weight-loss, weight management, digestive health, mental wellbeing. She's passionate about helping others to live healthier and fulfilled lives. Natalie hopes to empower people to take charge of their well-being. She actively coach and writes about healthy lifestyle. Her articles have been featured in Shape, Men’s Fitness, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine and more.

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  1. Dina says

    December 01, 2020 at 7:01 pm

    The pancakes turned out very dense. Can you substitute the rolled oats with regular flour? If so, how much regular flour?

    Reply
    • Natalie says

      December 02, 2020 at 2:26 pm

      Oats tend to soak the moisture, so that's why they probably turned out dense. The solution is to just add more milk into the batter.

      I've never tried substituting oats with regular all-purpose flour here, but I would probably go with 1/2 milk and 1 cup all-purpose flour and add more flour or milk until I get dense pancake batter.

  2. Emma Martin says

    November 24, 2020 at 1:04 am

    Hey there,
    How should what would be the measurements on the different ingredients for a single serving (one person)?

    Reply
    • Natalie says

      November 24, 2020 at 12:12 pm

      Hmm, I'm afraid you can't make just 2 pancakes (single serving) because the recipe calls for 1 egg. And with that one egg, you have to use the right amount of other ingredients to get the pancake batter that has the right consistency.

      My suggestion is to make pancakes and then split them into single servings, and store them in the fridge or freezer.

  3. Ashley Marie Lecker says

    May 05, 2020 at 12:17 am

    5 stars
    The peanut butter, banana, and cinnamon flavors in these pancakes is so good. I also love making a melted peanut butter topping for mine like you have in the photo!

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