Chatelaine – Volume 99 Issue 01 Spring 2026 – Chatelaine

At our home, it’s a must: it means that even on busy days we can wake up to a nutritious meal, something that just needs a final touch before we dig in. The key? Stocking up on oatmeal, chia seeds, peanut butter, eggs, Greek yogurt and frozen fruit. With these staples on hand, a satiating breakfast is never far from reach. Protein Banana Pancakes SERVES 4 TO 6 Light and fluffy with a delicate crumb, these pancakes are one of my family’s most-requested breakfasts. I love making an extra batch to keep in the freezer.

Top with your favourite berries and a dollop of Greek yogurt. 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup whole-wheat flour 1 tbsp granulated sugar 1 ½ tsp baking powder ¾ tsp salt 2 large eggs 2 cups buttermilk ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt 1 tbsp vanilla Vegetable oil, for frying 2 bananas, cut into ¼-in. thick slices Warm maple syrup, for serving Plain Greek yogurt and berries, for serving (optional) 1. Position rack in centre of oven, then preheat to 2.

Whisk flours with sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Whisk eggs with buttermilk, melted butter, yogurt and vanilla in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk buttermilk mixture into flour mixture until just blended. (Do not overmix, some small lumps may remain.) 3. Heat two large non- stick frying pans over medium. Brush pans lightly with oil. Working in batches, pour batter using scant ¼ cup into pans. Top each pancake with 4 banana slices. Cook until bottoms are browned and bubbles form on the surface, about 2 min.

Flip pancakes over and cook until bottoms are browned and the banana slices are caramelized, about 2 min. 4. Transfer pancakes to a baking sheet and place in oven to keep warm while you cook remaining batter. Serve with warm maple syrup and top with Greek yogurt and berries. Alternatively, enjoy with a dollop of peanut butter. Pancakes can be frozen individually for up to 1 month. Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal SERVES 4 TO 6 Fragrant and spiced with cinnamon and cardamom, this baked oatmeal is comfort in a bowl.

Cut it into squares and top with yogurt.

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