Place milk, egg, oil and ¼ cup (20 g) rolled oats into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to Variable 6, using the tamper to press ingredients toward the blades Blend for 20 seconds. Combine the remaining oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flax meal in a large bowl, stirring to combine. Pour wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently by hand to combine. Stir in the dried cranberries and sunflower seeds. Allow mixture to set for 10 minutes before cooking.