Gingerbread Pancakes

We always plan a special breakfast for Christmas morning. Gingerbread Pancakes have become a tradition to serve. The flavor is amazing and they are easy to make.

You can easily add your favorite toppings to make these pancakes your own. The fluffy pancake mixture makes these pancakes a family favorite. Add your favorite sides to enjoy this holiday season. This pancake recipe is quick and easy and your probably already have all the ingredients.

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Why We Love This Recipe

Homemade pancakes make the perfect breakfast idea. You only need a few ingredients and they are easy to make. I love the warm spices of these pancakes which make them perfect for the holidays.

We enjoy these as a breakfast but we have even enjoyed them for dinner.

Ingredients

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Variation Ideas

• Flour – If you prefer you can make these pancake with gluten-free flour or use a pancake mix.
• Brown Sugar – You can add in brown sugar to enhance the sweetness and texture in these pancakes.
• Nuts – This pancake recipe would be great with nuts added. The sweet and salty combination is delicious.

How to Make Gingerbread Pancakes

Step 1 – Mix Flour Mixture – In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, and baking powder. Then add in salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves.  

Step 2 – Mix Wet Ingredients – Then in a separate bowl, melt 3 Tablespoons of the butter. Then allow it to cool to room temperature. Then mix in the eggs, milk, molasses and vanilla extract.

Step 3 – Combine wet and dry ingredients – Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Then mix until just combined being careful to not over mix the batter. It’s ok if there are lumps in the batter.

Step 4 – Spread Butter – Spread the remaining butter onto the skillet or griddle where you will be cooking the pancakes.

• Step 5 – Cook Pancakes – Cook the pancakes for 1-2 minutes until bubbles start to appear on the top. Cook until the edges are set.
• Step 6 – Flip Pancakes – Use a metal spatula to flip the pancakes. Cook the opposite side until it’s golden brown (1-2 more minutes). Do not press done on the pancakes and do not flip the pancakes multiple times.
• Step 7 – Serve and Enjoy – Then serve the pancakes warm. Topped with butter, syrup or any of your other favorite pancake toppings! Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Combining Ingredients – Make sure to not over stir the pancake batter in a medium bowl. Mix just until the wet and dry ingredients are combined.
• Melted Butter – Make sure that the melted butter has cooled to room temperature. So that it does not cook the eggs once they are mixed into the butter.
• Skillet – Prepare the skillet by preheating to medium heat and spraying with cooking spray. Lightly greased skillet prevents the pancake batter from sticking to the pan.
• Flipping Pancakes – Once bubbles form start appearing on the top of the pancake, then it is ready to flip. It usually takes about 3-4 minutes before it is ready to flip. It will depend on your skillet how long it takes.
• Serving – I like to make all the pancake batter before serving. This way we can eat as a family. Place the finished pancakes on a platter until all the batter is made.

Gingerbread Pancake Toppings

There is nothing better than have a pancake bar when I make these for Christmas morning breakfast. These are some of the perfect holiday pancake toppings:

• Whipped Cream
• Maple Syrup
• Gingerbread Cookies
• Sprinkles
• Butter
• Powdered Sugar