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An easy Christmas neighbor gift idea, the Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancake Mix can be prepared in advance and given out when you’re ready!
Simple Neighbor Gifts
This year for neighbor gifts, we wanted to do something that would be useful and not contribute to the sugar overload that usually happens this time of year. So, what did we do?
We made Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancake Mix and packaged it up all cute using red paper bags and clothespins.
Why This Gift is a Winner:
- The Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancake Mix is super fast and easy to make.
- The pancakes are delicious!
- You can prep the mix in advance. The mix lasts for a few months, so you can make it early and deliver when you are ready.
- Since there are so many treats going around at Christmas, it’s fun to give something that will help make someone’s season simpler. A quick breakfast? Yes, please!
What You Need:
- Quick cooking oats
- White flour
- Wheat flour
- Non-fat dry milk
- sugar
- cinnamon
- salt
- baking powder
- cream of tartar
- zipper-closed bags
- mini paper bags or packaging
- clothespins
- tags
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Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancake Recipe
Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancake Mix
Ingredients
- 4 cups quick cooking oats
- 2 cups flour
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup non-fat dry milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 Tbsp. cinnamon
- 2 tsp. salt
- 3 Tbsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
Directions
- Mix all together. Place in airtight container. Store in a cool,dry place. Use within 6 months. The entire batch will make 4 batches of pancakes. Each batch makes 16-20 pancakes.
- In medium bowl, beat 2 eggs. Beat in 3 Tbsp. oil gradually. Alternately stir in 2 cups of mix and 1 cup of water. Drop onto lightly greased skillet. When batter starts to bubble, turn pancakes over. Cook about 2 to 3 minutes.
Directions for mix
Directions to make pancakes:
*Source: Marilyn Albertson, USU Extension Services
