30-Minute Coconut Oat Blueberry Pancakes
Fluffy buttermilk pancakes studded with fresh blueberries and toasted coconut flakes, made with a blend of flour and old-fashioned oats for extra texture. The buttermilk creates tender, tangy pancakes while the coconut adds tropical sweetness. Perfect for weekend breakfast or brunch, these pancakes have a wonderful contrast between the soft interior and slightly crispy edges. The key is not overmixing the batter to keep them light and fluffy.
Ingredients
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup old fashioned quick oats
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs eggs, beaten slightly
- 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup coconut flakes
- 4 tablespoon butter, melted, slightly cooled
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- cooking spray or butter, for pan
Instructions
- 1
Sift together flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl
- 2
Add coconut flakes and gently mix
- 3
Beat eggs into buttermilk and vanilla
- 4
Add melted butter to milk mixture and stir just to mix
- 5
Add wet mixture to dry mixture with a whisk and stir just until combined
- 6
Heat non-stick pan over low-medium heat and spray with cooking spray or add butter
- 7
Pour about 1/3 cup batter into pan
- 8
Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until desired crispness
- 9
Serve with lemon syrup glaze
Tips
Don't overmix the batter - lumps are okay and ensure fluffy pancakes rather than flat, heavy ones.
If butter is too hot when adding to milk mixture, add it very slowly while stirring to prevent scrambling the eggs.
Look for air bubbles on top and firm edges as signs the pancake is ready to flip.
Good to Know
Store leftover pancakes in refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months
Dry ingredients can be mixed the night before. Complete batter is best made fresh.
Serve immediately while warm with butter, maple syrup, or lemon syrup glaze
Common Mistakes
Keep butter temperature moderate when adding to milk to avoid scrambling eggs
Don't overmix batter to avoid dense, flat pancakes
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Gluten-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make the batter ahead of time?
The dry ingredients can be mixed ahead, but the complete batter is best made fresh for optimal fluffiness.
What if I don't have buttermilk?
Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice to regular milk and let sit 5 minutes before using as a substitute.
Can I freeze these pancakes?
Yes, freeze cooled pancakes for up to 3 months. Reheat in toaster or microwave when ready to serve.