Nutty Banana Pancakes

Pancakes have become one of my favorite breakfast as it fulfills the needs of my sweet tooth. It is easy to make and doesn't need any previous day preparations. Substituting the regular ingredients of pancake i.e bleached flour and butter with whole wheat and canola oil makes it a healthier option too. Also as it is loaded with protein, calcium and iron it makes a healthy fulfilling breakfast choice.   

Ingredients
Whole Wheat Flour - 1 1/2 cups
Brown Sugar - 4 tablespoons
Baking Powder - 1 t.spn
Baking Soda - 1/2 t.spn
Salt - 1/2 t.spn.
Yogurt/Curd - 2/3 cup
Milk - 3/4 cup
Eggs - 3
Banana - 1 big sliced into small cubes
Nut of your choice - 1/3 cups chopped  ( I prefer Almonds/Walnut )
Canola Oil - 1 tbl.spn

Steps
1. Mix all the Dry Ingredients ( whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda & powder, salt) in a bowl.

2. Beat together yogurt, milk, eggs and canola oil with a hand beater until foamy.

3. Add the dry flour mix into the beaten liquid and mix well until it is incorporated into a thick batter.

4. Add in the banana and nuts. Mix it well into the batter.

5. Let the batter sit for 10 to 15 mins.

6. Heat the griddle in medium flame. Once the griddle is hot enough turn it into medium low. The griddle should not be too hot.

7. Add 2 scoops of the batter and spread it into a small thick disc. It should not be thin like our dosas as it is supposed to be soft and fluffy like a cake. Pour a t.spn of oil on top and close it with a lid on top.

8. After approx. 2 mins, turn it around and let it cook for another 2 mins.

9. The pancake is ready with banana and nutty flavor filling in your kitchen.

Serving Suggestions :
1. Two Pancakes with a glass of homemade Orange Juice / Smoothie would make a satisfying healthy breakfast.

Note:
1. Fruit flavored yogurt can be substituted instead of plain curd. Adjust the sugar accordingly as flavored yogurt will have some added sugar. It enhances the taste of pancakes. But may not be a healthier choice as flavored yogurt has lots of sugar in it.
2. Switch fruits of your choice. All the berries works well and it adds a tangy flavor to the pancakes.
3. Pancakes can be made with butter instead of oil. It is more flavorful yet comes with some added cholesterol.