Zucchini Pancakes

These would be much fluffier had I removed the water from my zucchini and shredded it instead of mulched it to death.  As it was though, they still turned out good.  I based the recipe below on one I found that didn’t put an egg into it and had higher calorie content etc.  I’m glad I put the egg in it.  Next time I might put 2 in.  Makes 8 pancakes about 4″ in diameter.

Ingredients:

  • 1 c. rolled oats (I’ll try it with barley flakes another time)
  • 1/4 c. milk
  • 1 medium banana
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp. baking powder
  • 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp. brown Splenda
  • 1 c. shredded zucchini (fluffier if water is removed)
  • Cinnamon, raisins, apple, etc are all optional

Preparation:

  • Heat oil in a skillet
  • Blend all ingredients except zucchini in a blender until thick and smooth (don’t over blend)
  • Fold in zucchini
  • Spoon into heated skillet (about 4″ diameter pancakes)
  • When bubbles start to form in the top of the pancake and it’s firm enough, gently flip each of them over
  • When the pancake bounces back when touching it in the center (not with your finger!), remove from heat and eat.

Notes:

  • These are mildly sweet.  You can add maple syrup or cinnamon to them
  • I ate mine with a dash of nutmeg and several dashes of cinnamon
  • 3 points for the whole recipe, not including the oil in your pan or add-ins like maple syrup, raisins, etc.