Apple Oat Pancakes with Sautéed Mushrooms

American brunch has long favored hearty oat pancakes for their rustic texture and staying power. Grated apple and maple warm the batter, while buttery sautéed cremini mushrooms add a savory counterpoint that makes the plate feel shareable and special.

Serves 4 · 15 min prep · 20 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 410 cal
• 13g protein
• 52g carbs
• 17g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/4 cups whole milk
• 3 tbsp plus more for serving maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 large firm apple
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms
• 6 fresh sage leaves
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Pulse the oats in a blender or food processor until they resemble coarse flour. Whisk together the oat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
2. 2In a separate bowl whisk the eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth. Grate half the apple on the large holes of a box grater and fold it into the wet mixture.
3. 3Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir gently just until combined; a few lumps are fine. Let the batter rest 8–10 minutes so the oats hydrate.
4. 4Meanwhile, thinly slice the remaining apple and the mushrooms. Melt half the butter in a skillet over medium heat, add mushrooms, and cook 5–6 minutes until browned and their liquid evaporates.
5. 5Add the apple slices, torn sage, vinegar, and pepper; sauté 2–3 minutes more until the apples are tender-crisp and fragrant. Keep the topping warm.
6. 6Heat a griddle or large nonstick skillet over medium heat and melt a little of the remaining butter. Scoop 1/4-cup portions of batter, spreading lightly into rounds.
7. 7Cook pancakes 2–3 minutes per side until bubbles form on top, edges look set, and both sides are golden brown. Transfer to a warm plate and repeat with remaining batter, adding butter as needed.
8. 8Stack pancakes on a platter or individual plates, spoon the warm mushroom-apple-sage mixture over the top, and finish with an extra drizzle of maple syrup. Serve family-style so guests can share.