APPLE OAT PANCAKES

1 medium to large New York State Empire apple, cored, peeled and grated
1 cup quick oats
1 cup skim milk
1 cup plain yogurt
3 eggs
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Pancake syrup

In a large mixing bowl, combine apple, quick oats, skim milk and plain yogurt; stir. Let sit for 15 minutes.

Add eggs and stir to combine.

In another bowl, sift together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda and baking powder. Add flour mixture to the apple oat mixture and stir well. Add oil and mix.

Drop by large spoonfuls onto a hot, lightly oiled griddle; cook over medium heat until well browned both sides.

Serve with pancake syrup.

Makes 10-12 pancakes
Source: New York Apple Association