Oatmeal Chai Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe

Start your day with a delightful twist on classic pancakes! These Oatmeal Chai Buttermilk Pancakes, inspired by Cooking Light, combine the comforting warmth of chai tea with fluffy buttermilk pancakes and hearty oats. Prepare the batter the night before to save precious morning time, then simply cook and enjoy. Serve with a dollop of apple butter, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a drizzle of warm honey for the perfect breakfast or brunch treat. Perfect for bed and breakfasts or a cozy weekend morning!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 254.4 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Oatmeal Chai Buttermilk Pancakes

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How to Make Oatmeal Chai Buttermilk Pancakes

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/2 cup milk, 2 teaspoons chai tea concentrate (or 2 bags of chai tea), 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon loose leaf chai tea (or 2 more tea bags). Steep for 2 minutes.
  4. Strain the chai mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, discarding the solids.
  5. Stir in 1 cup buttermilk and let cool to room temperature.
  6. Add 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs to the cooled chai mixture.
  7. Whisk until well combined.
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  9. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  10. Stir in 1 cup rolled oats.
  11. Cover the batter and let it rest for at least 15 minutes (or prepare the night before and refrigerate).
  12. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
  13. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  14. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  15. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as apple butter, powdered sugar, or warm honey.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

13g

Carbs

12g

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