Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

My kids love anything with syrup, so in an attempt to offer more healthy fare, this is the pancake recipe I've turned to of late. Nina loves these. (I actually made them this morning, but did not take a photo to post ... didn't even think of it actually. I'm not a true blogger yet.)

INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup wheat germ
1/3 cup oats
1 Tbs baking powder
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 ripe banana, peeled and mashed
3 Tbs maple syrup
1Tbs canola oil, plus more for the skillet

PREPARATION
1. In a large bowl, stir flour, wheat germ, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. (I also add a couple of scoops of flaxseed.)

2. In another bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add milk, mashed banana, maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon canola oil and whisk thoroughly.

3. Pour milk mixture over flour mixture and stir until combined.

4. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with canola oil. Pour 1/4 cup or so of batter per pancake. Flip with spatula when tops bubble and edges look slightly dry. Cook until the other side is golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.