Almost Instant Pancake Mix

Directions

1. 1
   For the pancake mix: Put the oats in the bowl of a food processor and pulse a few times until chopped.
2. 2
   Add the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and lemon zest and pulse a few more times to combine.
3. 3
   Add the oil and lemon juice and pulse to moisten the dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Store in a resealable plastic container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
5. 5
   For the pancakes: Whisk together the pancake mix, milk and egg in a medium bowl until combined.
6. 6
   Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
7. 7
   Lightly coat the skillet with a bit of butter or cooking spray.
8. 8
   Drop 1/4 cup batter per pancake into the skillet; you will be able to make about 3 pancakes at a time.
9. 9
   Cook until the edges are set and the tops are bubbly, about 2 minutes.
10. 10
    Flip and cook until the bottoms are browned, another 1 to 2 minutes.
11. 11
    Repeat with the remaining batter.
12. 12
    Serve warm with your favorite toppings.