Ingredients

  • 34 cup oats (old fashioned or quick oats will work. I use old fashioned though)
  • 34 cup wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon vital wheat gluten
  • 14 cup winter squash (Pureed. Can be found in the freezer aisle next to the frozen spinach)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (or honey)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 12 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 12 cups skim milk (any milk should be fine though)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (or some other fat such as melted butter)
  • 14 teaspoon cinnamon

Method

  • Measure and combine dry ingredients into one bowl.
  • Mix to combine ingredients well.
  • Measure and combine wet ingredients in another bowl.
  • Use a whisk to combine thoroughly.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently.
  • You want to combine all ingredients well without over mixing.
  • Overmixing will make a tough pancake.
  • Set bowl aside for at least 10 minutes.
  • The oats need some time to get soft and incorporate well into the batter.
  • In the meantime, turn on a griddle to 325 degrees or a large skillet to about medium heat.
  • Apply a thin layer of oil to the griddle or skillet.
  • (I pour a blob of oil on there and then wipe gelty with a paper towel so there is just a thin film left).
  • Stir the batter gently a couple of times to redistribute the oats in the batter and pour pancake batter onto preheated griddle with a scant 1/4 cup measure.
  • When small bubbles appear on the surface of the pancake, it's time to flip (about 2 or 3 minutes per side).
  • Serve with maple syrup or any other yummy pancake topping.
  • To avoid sugar, try peanut butter or cream cheese.
  • My 20 month old son likes his this way.
  • *This recipe is very versatile.
  • Add fruit, flax seeds, chocolate chips, or whatever to the batter before cooking for a little change.