In a large bowl, whisk together the white spelt flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the melted vegan buttery spread, non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, and cooked steel cut oatmeal.
Stir to combine. Add the chocolate chips and stir to incorporate. Set aside for a few minutes - you will see the batter puff up from the baking powder.
Put a tablespoon of vegan buttery spread in a skillet and heat over medium heat. Once the vegan buttery spread is sizzling, spoon the batter into the pan. Reduce the heat slightly.
Watch the pancakes closely - when the edges are starting to firm up and look cooked, use a spatula to flip the pancakes carefully. Cook until pancakes are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
Add more vegan buttery spread to the pan between each group of pancakes.
Serve with more chocolate chips, powdered sugar, or pure maple syrup.