Apple Oatmeal Whole Grain Pancakes

I was able to whip these up fast before my children left for school today. They are a nice hearty pancake that will fill you up for the morning. It is a great way to start your families day.

Ingredients: Servings 6

1 C old fashioned oatmeal
2 C Whole grain flour (I used combination wheat and spelt)
2 T baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg or pumpkin spice *optional
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 + 2 T milk
1 C water
1/4 C oil (I used grape seed oil)
1 T coconut oil *optional
2 eggs
1 t vanilla
4 T honey
1 C finely chopped apples (I put them in the blender)

Topping options:
cinnamon and sugar, jam, fresh fruit or syrup

serve with fresh fruit :)

Directions:

1. In a bowl mix all the dry ingredients with a wire whisk.

2. In another bowl beat milk, water, oil, eggs, vanilla, honey and apples.

3. Gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry until completely mixed.

4. Heat up skillet. Spray or pour on some oil. Scoop about 1/4 C and pour on to hot griddle.

5. Flip over when bubbles form.

6. Serve with your favorite topping.