Overnight Oatmeal Pancakes

Ingredients and Weight:

• Old-fashioned oats: 1 cup
• All-purpose flour: 1 cup
• Baking powder: 1 tsp
• Salt: 1/2 tsp
• Sugar: 1/4 cup (optional)
• Eggs: 2
• Milk: 1 cup
• Butter: 2 tbsp (melted)
• Fresh or frozen blueberries/strawberries: 1/2 cup (for topping)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes (plus overnight soaking)
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

[Level 3] - Moderate. Requires mixing of ingredients and overnight soaking.

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and melted butter.
3. Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
5. In the morning, stir in the blueberries or strawberries.
6. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Scoop out portions of the oatmeal mixture and form into pancakes.
7. Cook each pancake until bubbles form on the surface and the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side.
8. Serve warm with butter, syrup, or your favorite pancake toppings.

Nutritional Information: (Based on the provided ingredients)

• Calories: Approx. 350 per serving (based on 8 servings)
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 9g

Dish Characteristics:

• Overnight soaking of oats gives these pancakes a unique texture and flavor.
• Great for a hearty breakfast or as a snack.
• Can be customized with different toppings.

User Comments:

1. "These pancakes are amazing! The texture is so unique and they are so filling." - John Doe
2. "I love how easy these are to make, especially with the overnight soaking. Great recipe!" - Jane Smith
3. "The flavor is amazing! I added some extra fruit for a more delicious taste." - David Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
• Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
• If desired, you can add other toppings like chocolate chips or maplesyrup for more flavor variations.