Introduction

These Air Fryer Oat Pancakes offer a quick and healthy twist on traditional pancakes, perfect for a cozy breakfast. Made with oat flour and cooked effortlessly in the air fryer, they come out light, fluffy, and delicious.

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Ingredients

3/4 cup oat flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon maple syrup, plus more for serving
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Olive oil cooking spray
Greek yogurt and fresh fruit, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together the oat flour, baking powder, and kosher salt until evenly combined.
Step 2: In another medium bowl, whisk the egg, whole milk, melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 3: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep pancakes tender.
Step 4: Lightly grease a 6-inch pie dish with olive oil cooking spray. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the dish.
Step 5: Place the dish inside the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes, or until the pancake is puffed up and lightly golden.
Step 6: Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the dish each time.
Step 7: Serve the warm pancakes topped with Greek yogurt, fresh fruit, and a drizzle of extra maple syrup.

Tips & Variations

For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use coconut oil instead of butter.
To add texture, fold in a handful of blueberries or chocolate chips before cooking.
If you don’t have oat flour, you can make your own by grinding rolled oats in a food processor until fine.

Storage

Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm them briefly in the air fryer or microwave until heated through. For longer storage, freeze pancakes separated by parchment paper and thaw before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use all-purpose flour instead of oat flour?

Yes, you can substitute all-purpose flour if you prefer, but oat flour gives these pancakes a nuttier flavor and makes them gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats.

Do I need an air fryer-safe dish to cook the pancakes?

Yes, using an air fryer-safe dish like a metal or silicone pie dish works best to hold the batter and achieve an even cook without mess.

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These Air Fryer Oat Pancakes are a quick and healthy breakfast option made with oat flour and cooked to fluffy perfection using an air fryer. They are lightly sweetened with maple syrup and served with Greek yogurt and fresh fruit for a nutritious start to your day.

Author: Lila
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 9 minutes
Total Time: 14 minutes
Yield: 4 pancakes 1x
Category: Breakfast
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

3/4 cup oat flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon maple syrup, plus more for serving
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Olive oil cooking spray

For Serving

Greek yogurt
Fresh fruit, sliced

Instructions

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the oat flour, baking powder, and kosher salt until combined.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In another medium bowl, whisk the large egg, whole milk, melted butter, maple syrup, and pure vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
Combine Batter: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture carefully until just combined to avoid overmixing and maintain fluffy pancakes.
Prepare Air Fryer Dish: Lightly grease a 6-inch pie dish or any suitable oven-safe dish that fits into your air fryer basket with olive oil cooking spray.
Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of the batter into the prepared dish. Place the dish inside the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F (204°C) for about 3 minutes, or until the pancake is puffed and lightly golden on top. Repeat with the remaining batter to make additional pancakes.
Serve: Top the cooked warm pancakes with Greek yogurt, additional maple syrup, and fresh sliced fruit to taste. Enjoy immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Use oat flour for a gluten-free option, but check that your oat flour is certified gluten-free if needed.
If you don’t have a 6-inch pie dish, any small oven-safe container that fits inside your air fryer can work.
Avoid overmixing the batter to keep pancakes fluffy and tender.
You can substitute milk with a plant-based alternative for a dairy-free version, but pancake texture may vary slightly.
Be careful when removing the hot dish from the air fryer basket to avoid burns.

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