Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Pancakes

There’s nothing like a stack of homemade Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Pancakes for breakfast or brunch. Top them with butter and a drizzle of syrup to kick start your day.

Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe

Some days, I just can’t help myself, I end up in that kitchen making a big batch of these rich, decadent chocolate chip pancakes for my crew. And let me tell you, nobody’s complaining.

They’re just as happy sitting around the breakfast table stacking them high with a pat of butter and a generous pour of maple syrup as they are having them for dessert, all dressed up with chocolate syrup and a fluffy cloud of whipped cream. Either way, those plates come back clean every single time, that’s a win in my book.

Key ingredients to make homemade Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Pancakes: (Scroll down for full printable recipe card).

• Oatmeal – Old fashioned oats mixed with all purpose flour forms the base of the batter.
• Leavening – Baking powder and salt will give lift to the pancake batter.
• Liquid – Whole milk or buttermilk to thin the batter.
• Sugar – Granulated sugar (white sugar) for just the right amount of sweetness.
• Spice – Ground cinnamon adds a hint of spice that complements the taste of the oatmeal.
• Whole Egg – One large egg binds the pancake batter.
• Butter – Melted butter for the batter plus additional for frying.
• Chocolate Chips – 1/2-2/3 cup milk chocolate chips plus additional as needed.
• Oil – Vegetable oil combined with butter for frying the pancakes.

How to Make the Best Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe

• Soften Oatmeal – Place old fashioned oats and milk in a medium size mixing bowl. Set aside for 8-10 minutes to softened.
• Dry Ingredients – Once the oatmeal has softened stir in the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Mix until fully combined.
• Wet Ingredients – To the dry ingredients add the egg, melted butter and chocolate chips mixing together until fully blended.
• How to Fry Pancakes – Heat a non stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat adding a mixture of vegetable oil and melted butter.
• Divide the Batter – Using a standard size 4 ounce ice cream scoop or 1/4 cup measuring cup to divide the batter for each pancake spreading into 3 inch rounds.
• Fry – Cook the pancakes per the recipe then flip when tops are covered with bubbles and the edges are lightly golden brown. You can sprinkle more chocolate chips to the uncooked side before turning.
• Serve – Serve immediately with butter and aa drizzle of maple syrup or chocolate syrup and whipped cream.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Oat Chocolate Chip Pancakes

• Nonstick skillet or griddle.
• Measuring cups and measuring spoons.
• Turning spatula.
• Large bowl and small bowl.
• Balloon whisk.

Use Old Fashioned Oats to Make Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Pancakes Recipe

The old fashioned oats give these pancakes the most spectacular texture that appeals to our family’s love for oatmeal. Whether I’m baking a batch of loaded oatmeal chocolate chip cookies or baking apple cinnamon baked oatmeal for brunch I can always find oatmeal in my pantry. It’s a pantry staple that has so many uses, I keep it on hand.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Flour Substitutions – You can make these pancakes with whole wheat flour or almond flour. When doing so you may need to add more milk or buttermilk to the batter. You could also adapt using gluten-free flour.
• Milk Substitution – You can also use almond milk in place of whole milk.
• Sugar – You could use light brown sugar in the pancake batter in place of white sugar.
• Chocolate Chip Variations – You can make oatmeal chocolate chip pancakes with milk chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips or swap out chocolate chips with half peanut butter chips.
• Nuts – As with most pancake recipes, you can add add pecans or walnuts for crunch.
• Flavorings – You could add a teaspoon vanilla extract.
• Soak the Oatmeal – Soaking the oats prior to incorporating with the other ingredients allows them time to soften and absorb the liquid. It’s an important step, don’t skip it.
• Yield May Vary Slightly – Depending on how you divide the pancake batter, the yield may vary. If you make the rounds large, you’ll have less pancakes and if you make them smaller, you’ll end up with more. Adjust the size according to how many servings you need and you can’t go wrong.
• Serving Suggestions – Serve these pancakes with chocolate syrup and banana slices with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Storage and Leftovers

• Leftovers – You can store leftover oatmeal pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheating – Reheat in the microwave in single serving portions.
• Freezer – These pancakes can be made, cooled and wrapped in plastic wrap and frozen. Thaw the pancakes then reheat gently in the microwave or in a nonstick pan on the stovetop. Store frozen oatmeal chocolate chip pancakes for up to 1-2 months.

More Southern Style Recipes Using Oatmeal to Make

Whether oatmeal is served in a bowl with sugar and milk or used as an ingredient in a dessert such as homemade pies, cakes or cookies it’s a homespun addition filled with comfort. Checkout these popular recipes for more oatmeal inspiration that you may like to try:

• Oatmeal Pie is a terrific stand-in for Southern Pecan Pie for those with nut allergies.
• Old fashioned Oatmeal Cake with Broiled Coconut Pecan Frosting is a retro cake that everyone will love.
• Start your morning with this Apple Baked Oatmeal.
• Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies are sheer indulgence.
• Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are the perfect snack with a tall glass of milk.
• No bake Oatmeal Energy Balls from Well Plated.

Thanks for visiting come back soon!

Disclosure ~ If a purchase is made using one of the affiliate links on this website we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

Helpful Kitchen Items:

• Cast Iron Griddle
• Mixing Bowls
• Whisks
• Turning Spatula