Maple Oat Pancakes with Berry Compote

Fluffy oat pancakes infused with maple syrup, topped with a mixed berry compote.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Instant Oatmeal or Old Fashioned Oats
• 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tsp Baking powder
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 2 tbsp Maple syrup
• 1 cup Mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup Water
• 1 tsp Lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp Cinnamon

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
4. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
7. In a small saucepan, combine mixed berries, water, and lemon juice.
8. Bring to a simmer and cook until berries soften and sauce thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes).
9. Adjust sweetness with additional maple syrup if desired.
10. Serve pancakes topped with berry compote. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

Cuisine: Canadian

Suitability:

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Serving Size: 3

Meal Type: breakfast