Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

Here is sour favorite pancake recipe! This is a very "hearty" pancake and definitely not like a box mix. My kids love it.

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour (I use 3/4 cup whole wheat and 3/4 cup regular)
1/3 cup wheat germ
1/3 cup quick cooking oats
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Small handful of ground flaxseed (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 cup milk
1 ripe banana, mashed
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
Splash of vanilla
A handful of mini chocolate chips (optional)

 I just throw it all in the bowl and stir it up. Cook on the griddle on medium heat. This makes about 16 good-sized pancakes.

 My notes: wheat germ is usually in the cereal aisle with the hot cereals and make sure you store it in the freezer. I use Bob's Red Mill for the oats. I never use skim milk, so I don't know how that would turn out. Sometimes I add an extra banana if they are small. Enjoy!