3 tbsp. brown rice syrup or mild-flavored (light) molasses
4 tbsp. unsalted butter
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. kosher salt
2 tbsp. flaxseed
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole wheat flour
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 1/4 cups buttermilk, divided
1 cup old-fashioned oats
2 tbsp. amaranth
1/4 cup quinoa
1/4 cup millet