Orange Whole Wheat Pancakes

When we lived in Ohio, there was this little hole-in-the-wall diner that we would visit for their pancakes.  They made everything fresh and from scratch in their kitchen and our favorite flavor of theirs was an orange whole wheat pancake.  When we moved, tried as we might, we still have not found a little place that serves great pancakes like we miss.  So I set out to make a version myself.

I found it.  And we're happy.

Also, have you ever gone to make pancakes and realized you’re out of milk?  I have, and let me tell you, this recipe changed everything!  Now, it doesn't matter if I have milk in the house or not, I'll still make these because we all love them that much.

Orange Whole Wheat Pancakes

Serves: 12 pancakes

Active time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total time: 15 minutes

Serving Suggestions: With a bowl of fruit on the side and some eggs if you're in the mood.

What you'll need:

• 3 egg whites
• 1 1/2 cups orange juice
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 tsp orange extract (optional)
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 2 TBLS sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt

What you'll do:

• Mix all wet ingredients together in a small bowl.
• Mix all dry ingredients together in a larger bowl.
• Add wet to dry and mix until combined.
• Heat skillet over medium heat and when hot, spoon 1/3 cup of the batter onto skillet.  Cook 2-3 minutes each side until desired color of brownness is achieved.