When mornings feel like a race against the clock, I turn to these 3 ingredient banana oatmeal pancakes. They’re part of my favorite quick breakfast ideas, especially because they check every box: filling, wholesome, and ready before the coffee cools down. What I love most is how this banana oatmeal recipe manages to feel both simple and comforting. The sweet banana mixes with hearty oats, and it all comes together in one bowl without fuss. It reminds me of my childhood when breakfast had to be easy but still taste like a treat. These pancakes also play double duty. Sometimes I think of them as Oatmeal Protein Pancakes since they’ve got that natural boost from bananas and oats. Other times, they feel like a twist on a banana oatmeal bread recipe, only quicker and with less cleanup. I’ve tried plenty of oatmeal recipes breakfast healthy style, but this one always wins because it fits into my busy mornings without fail. And honestly, it feels like a cousin to the classic 3 ingredient banana bread recipe that so many of us grew up making. It’s familiar yet new. The best part? You don’t need to be a chef, just someone who wants warm, golden pancakes stacked high on a plate with maybe a drizzle of honey or a pat of butter if the day allows it.