In a blender or food processor, grind the dry oats until they're a fine powder. Mix together with the whole wheat flour, baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt. Whisk, and set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted butter, milk, vanilla, and egg.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients and whisk together.
Core the apples and slice into ⅛" rings. Toss with the brown sugar and remaining ¼ tsp cinnamon.
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat (or a normal skillet, and use butter before each pancake). Arrange three apple rings overlapping in the middle of the skillet and let cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softening. Once the apples are beginning to soften, cover them with just enough batter to fully envelope the apples. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until that side is golden, flip, and cook another 2 minutes.
Repeat until you've used all apples and batter. Serve with toppings of your choice.
Recipe by The Kitchen Paper at http://c02.ddd.mwp.accessdomain.com/whole-wheat-cinnamon-apple-oatmeal-pancakes/