Heart-Healthy Oatmeal Waffles & Pancakes
Indulge in these heart-healthy oatmeal waffles or pancakes, crafted with quick oats and enriched with molasses for a delightful sweetness. Packed with fiber and designed to support a cholesterol-friendly diet, these waffles or pancakes offer a wholesome and delicious breakfast experience for the health-conscious eater. Customize with apples and cinnamon for an additional burst of flavor.
10
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
quick oats
2 cups (none)
flour
1/2 cup (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
baking powder
1 tablespoon (none)
water
1 1/2 cups (none)
egg
1 (beaten)
molasses
1 tablespoon (none)
corn oil
2 tablespoons (none)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the quick oats, flour, salt, and baking powder.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the water, beaten egg, molasses, and corn oil until fully blended.
3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms, ensuring there are no lumps.
4
Heat a waffle iron or griddle for pancakes. For waffles, lightly grease the iron and pour a ladle full of the batter, cooking it until golden and crisp. For pancakes, pour the batter onto the griddle and cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
5
Optional variation: Stir in finely chopped apple and cinnamon into the batter before cooking for a sweet, fragrant twist.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Heart-Healthy Oatmeal Waffles & Pancakes.
Is this recipe considered heart-healthy?
Yes, it is designed to support a cholesterol-friendly diet and is enriched with fiber-rich quick oats.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes approximately 10 servings.
What are the main ingredients for the dry mix?
The dry ingredients include 2 cups of quick oats, 1/2 cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of baking powder.
What wet ingredients are required?
The wet ingredients are 1 1/2 cups of water, 1 beaten egg, 1 tablespoon of molasses, and 2 tablespoons of corn oil.
Can I make both waffles and pancakes with this batter?
Yes, the batter is versatile and can be used in a waffle iron or on a griddle for pancakes.
What type of oats should I use?
The recipe specifically calls for quick oats.
How much molasses is used in the recipe?
One tablespoon of molasses is used for flavor and sweetness.
Is there any oil in this recipe?
Yes, it requires 2 tablespoons of corn oil.
How do I prepare the egg?
The recipe calls for one egg that is already beaten before being added to the wet mixture.
What is the first step of the instructions?
In a large mixing bowl, combine the quick oats, flour, salt, and baking powder.
How do I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Pour the whisked wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms with no lumps.
How do I cook the waffles?
Lightly grease a waffle iron, pour a ladle full of batter, and cook until it is golden and crisp.
How do I know when to flip the pancakes?
For pancakes, cook the batter on a griddle until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
Are there any suggested flavor variations?
Yes, you can stir in finely chopped apple and cinnamon into the batter before cooking for a sweet twist.
Does this recipe contain fiber?
Yes, it is packed with fiber primarily from the use of 2 cups of quick oats.
Is this a whole grain recipe?
Yes, it is classified as a whole grain recipe due to the oatmeal content.
How much baking powder is needed?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of baking powder.
Can I use this recipe for a cholesterol-friendly diet?
Yes, the recipe is specifically designed to be cholesterol-friendly.
What is the texture of the finished waffles?
The waffles should be golden and crisp when cooked in a lightly greased iron.
Is this recipe easy for beginners?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe with simple mixing and cooking instructions.
What amount of water is used?
You will need 1 1/2 cups of water for the batter.
How much salt is included?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of salt.
What equipment is needed for the wet ingredients?
You will need a separate bowl and a whisk to blend the water, egg, molasses, and oil.
Does the recipe contain any dairy?
Based on the ingredients listed (water, oil, molasses), this recipe does not contain milk or butter.
Is there added sugar in this recipe?
There is no granulated sugar; molasses provides the natural sweetness.
How much flour is required?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of flour.
Can I use corn oil?
Yes, the recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of corn oil.
Is there a recommended apple variety for the variation?
The recipe does not specify a variety, just that the apple should be finely chopped.
What category of meal does this fall under?
This recipe is categorized as a breakfast dish.