Banana oatmeal pancakes

Serves 12

Tip: Replace 1/4 cup flour with ground flaxseeds or ground pumpkin seeds for a nuttier flavor.

1. Add 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2. Add 1 cup boiling water
3. Let sit 1 to 2 minutes
4. Add 2 tablespoons canola oil
5. Add 2 tablespoons brown sugar
6. Set aside to cool
7. Add 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour
8. Add 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
9. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
10. Add 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt
12. Add 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
13. Stir to blend
14. Add 1/2 cup skim milk
15. Add 1/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt
16. Add 1 mashed banana
17. Stir until well-blended
18. Add 1 egg
19. Add flour mixture to oat mixture
20. Stir until moistened
21. Spoon 1/4 cup pancake batter into pan
22. Cook 2 minutes on each side

Created by the executive wellness chef and registered dietitians at the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program.