Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. While it heats, take a baking sheet and spray it with cooking spray. This will ensure that your pancakes don’t stick later.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, flour, and brown sugar. Stir the ingredients together until they’re evenly mixed. Then, add the melted butter and mix until small crumbs form. This mixture will create a delicious topping for the pancakes.
Spread this crumb mixture onto your prepared baking sheet. Place it in the oven and bake for about 7 to 8 minutes. You want it to be golden brown and fragrant. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn!
Once the crumble is baked, reduce your oven temperature to 200°F. Keep the crumble in the oven to stay warm while you prepare the pancake batter.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the remaining flour, Truvia, salt, baking powder, cinnamon, and ginger. Whisk these dry ingredients together and set the bowl aside for now.
Now, in another large bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and Greek yogurt until everything is well-mixed and smooth. This mixture should be creamy and thick.
Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Add in the chopped apples too, mixing until the batter is just combined. It should look moist and slightly lumpy. Be careful not to overmix!
Let the batter sit for about 15 minutes. This resting time allows the oats to absorb some moisture, which makes for a fluffier pancake.
While your batter is resting, preheat a griddle or skillet to medium heat and spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Using a 1/3-cup measurement, pour the batter onto the griddle. Smooth it out slightly with the spoon to form an even pancake.
Cook the pancake until the edges start to feel set and the bottom is golden brown. This should take about 4 to 6 minutes. Use a spatula to carefully flip it over and cook the other side until golden. Repeat this for the remaining batter, placing the cooked pancakes in the warm oven to keep them cozy until you’re ready to serve.
When ready to serve, drizzle your Healthy Apple Pancakes with pure maple syrup and sprinkle the baked crumbs on top. Enjoy the delicious flavors and the cozy feeling they bring!
