Peanut Butter Maple Oat Pancakes

Featured in: Daybreak Buddy Bites

Light, fluffy pancakes featuring creamy peanut butter, wholesome oats, and pure maple syrup offer a flavorful start to your day. Quick to prepare and cook, these hearty rounds are lightly sweetened and perfectly complemented by sliced bananas and chopped peanuts. Ideal for a vegetarian breakfast, they're great for sharing with family or friends and can easily be customized with your favorite mix-ins or dairy alternatives. Whether served warm from the skillet or finished with extra syrup, this comforting dish is sure to brighten any morning.

Updated on Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:11:00 GMT
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Fluffy Peanut Butter Maple Oat Pancakes topped with sliced bananas and warm syrup. | buddybiteskitchen.com

Fluffy, hearty pancakes packed with nutty peanut butter, wholesome oats, and a touch of maple syrup for natural sweetness, these Peanut Butter Maple Oat Pancakes are a perfect breakfast treat.

I first tried these pancakes on a chilly morning, and they instantly became a family favorite. Their comforting flavor and tender texture are simply irresistible.

Ingredients

  • Rolled oats: 1 cup (100 g)
  • All-purpose flour: 3/4 cup (90 g)
  • Brown sugar: 2 tbsp
  • Baking powder: 1 1/2 tsp
  • Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
  • Salt: 1/4 tsp
  • Milk: 1 cup (240 ml), dairy or non-dairy
  • Eggs: 2 large
  • Creamy peanut butter: 1/2 cup (120 g)
  • Pure maple syrup: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
  • Melted unsalted butter: 2 tbsp, plus more for cooking
  • Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
  • Sliced bananas (optional topping): as desired
  • Chopped roasted peanuts (optional topping): as desired
  • Additional maple syrup (optional topping): as desired

Instructions

Prepare dry ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Combine wet ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, peanut butter, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
Mix batter:
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix. Some lumps are fine.
Rest batter:
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes so the oats can soften.
Cook pancakes:
Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly brush with butter. For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Repeat and serve:
Repeat with remaining batter, adding more butter as needed. Serve warm with sliced bananas, chopped peanuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
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Golden-brown Peanut Butter Maple Oat Pancakes ready for a delicious breakfast experience. | buddybiteskitchen.com

These pancakes bring back memories of slow weekend breakfasts with my kids, each of us customizing our stack with our favorite toppings.

Required Tools

Mixing bowls, whisk, measuring cups and spoons, nonstick skillet or griddle, and a spatula are all you need to whip up these easy pancakes.

Allergen Information

Contains peanuts, eggs, and milk if using dairy. For nut or dairy allergies, substitute with sunflower seed butter and plant-based milk and butter. Always check labels for cross-contamination.

Nutritional Information

Each serving provides about 340 calories, 15 g total fat, 41 g carbohydrates, and 12 g protein.

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Indulge in Peanut Butter Maple Oat Pancakes garnished with chopped peanuts and syrup. | buddybiteskitchen.com

Serve these pancakes immediately for the best texture. They make any morning feel special and satisfying.

Common Recipe Questions

Can I use non-dairy milk in these pancakes?

Yes, plant-based milks like oat, almond, or soy work well as a substitute for dairy milk.

How do I make these pancakes gluten-free?

Swap in certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend for a delicious gluten-free option.

Is it possible to replace peanut butter with another nut butter?

Absolutely; almond butter or sunflower seed butter can be used for similar flavor and texture.

What toppings pair best with these pancakes?

Sliced bananas, chopped roasted peanuts, and extra maple syrup are great choices for added flavor and texture.

How can I make the pancakes more flavorful?

Try adding chocolate chips, blueberries, or a touch of cinnamon to the batter before cooking.

Peanut Butter Maple Oat Pancakes

Enjoy fluffy oat pancakes with peanut butter and maple syrup for a tasty, hearty, vegetarian breakfast.

Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
25 minutes
Created By Max Buddyfield

Recipe Category Daybreak Buddy Bites

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American

Recipe Yield 4 Number of Servings

Dietary Preferences Suitable for Vegetarians

What You'll Need

Dry Ingredients

01 1 cup rolled oats
02 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
03 2 tablespoons brown sugar
04 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
05 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

01 1 cup milk
02 2 large eggs
03 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
04 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
05 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
06 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

01 Sliced bananas
02 Chopped roasted peanuts
03 Additional maple syrup

Steps to Follow

Step 01

Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Step 02

Prepare Wet Mix: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 03

Incorporate Wet and Dry Components: Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, leaving some lumps in the batter.

Step 04

Rest Batter: Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes to soften the oats.

Step 05

Preheat Cooking Surface: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly brush with melted butter.

Step 06

Cook Pancakes: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges begin to set, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 07

Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip pancakes and continue cooking for 1–2 minutes until golden brown and thoroughly cooked.

Step 08

Repeat Process: Repeat with remaining batter, adding additional butter to the skillet as needed.

Step 09

Serve: Serve pancakes warm topped with sliced bananas, chopped roasted peanuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Tools You'll Need

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Nonstick skillet or griddle
  • Spatula

Allergy Warnings

Review each ingredient carefully for allergens. If unsure, consult with a healthcare provider.
  • Contains peanuts, eggs, and milk if using dairy ingredients.
  • For nut allergies, substitute with sunflower seed butter.
  • For dairy allergies, use plant-based milk and butter alternatives.
  • Always verify ingredient packaging for potential cross-contamination.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

These details are for general information only. Always consult a healthcare professional for dietary concerns.
  • Calorie Count: 340
  • Fat Content: 15 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 41 grams
  • Protein Content: 12 grams