Raisin Pancakes

These tasty raisin pancakes are very similar to those oatmeal raisin cookies that we know and love. I can't think of a better way to celebrate morning! These guys are light, fluffy, and flavorful. Pressed for time? You can easily make them ahead and freeze them to enjoy all week!

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Total Time30

Servings: 5-inch diameter pancakes

Calories: 223kcal

Author: Heavenly Home Cooking

Ingredients

¾ cup raisins
¼ cup hot water
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup quick oats You can also use Scottish oats. This has a finer texture than quick oats. We do not recommend old fashioned rolled oats or steel cut oats.
1½ cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons molasses You can substitute agave or maple syrup. The maple syrup will add flavor.
2 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted and cooled.

Instructions

Add raisins to a small bowl and pour hot water over the top. Cover and allow to sit for at least 30 minutes to soften the raisins. You can also prepare them the night before. Cover and allow to sit overnight. No need to refrigerate.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
Add oats and stir with a wire whisk.
In a blender or medium bowl, add buttermilk, eggs, molasses and melted butter. Blend or beat with an electric mixer for about 1 minute.
Add wet ingredients to dry and stir until just combined. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
Spray a medium non-stick skillet or griddle with cooking spray and preheat over low-medium heat. Once heated, ladle, spoon or scoop about ¼ cup batter onto skillet or griddle. Tip: A mechanical ice cream scoop does the job nicely!
Drain any remaining water from raisins. Sprinkle raisins over the top of uncooked pancakes.
Cook until bubbles form and pop. Spray a large spatula with cooking spray, and quickly flip pancake. Cook until both sides are golden brown. About 2-3 minutes per side.
Continue with remaining batter respraying the pan or griddle with cooking spray between pancakes. Place finished pancakes on a plate and tent with aluminum foil to keep them warm. Serve warm with hot maple syrup or hot homemade apple or butter pecan syrup.

Notes

Tips:

Spray your ladle or spoon with cooking oil before scooping out the pancake batter. It will help to release the batter.

Also, spray your griddle or skillet between pancakes, and be sure to use a wide spatula sprayed with cooking spray to make your pancakes easier to flip.

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