Chaos Cake Pancake Stack (Printable Version)
Fluffy, thick pancakes layered with fun sprinkles, whipped cream, and playful toppings for a festive stack.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Pancake Batter
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cake-Inspired Layers & Toppings
10 - 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
11 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
12 - 1/2 cup whipped cream
13 - 1/2 cup cream cheese frosting
14 - 1/4 cup strawberry jam
15 - 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
16 - 1/4 cup maraschino cherries, drained
17 - 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
18 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, for dusting
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or nonstick spray.
05 - Pour 1/3 cup batter per pancake onto the preheated surface. Sprinkle some rainbow sprinkles and mini chocolate chips over each pancake before flipping.
06 - Cook each pancake for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter.
07 - Stack pancakes on a serving plate, spreading a thin layer of cream cheese frosting or whipped cream between each layer.
08 - Drizzle strawberry jam over the stack, scatter with mini marshmallows, chopped nuts if desired, and extra sprinkles as you build up.
09 - Finish with a generous layer of whipped cream, maraschino cherries, more sprinkles, and a light dusting of powdered sugar.
10 - Serve immediately for best texture and presentation.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Made with familiar pantry favorites
- Every bite is a new surprise with mix-ins and toppings
- Perfect centerpiece for celebrations or weekend brunch
- Kid approved and endlessly customizable
02 -
- Great for making ahead and reheating
- Customizable with any toppings you crave
- Vegetarian friendly for most occasions
03 -
- Try chilling your whipped cream bowl and beaters for extra fluffy topping
- Do not overmix your batter Lumpy is good for thick pancakes
- Cook pancakes low and slow so they rise tall and soft
- Finish stacking and decorating just before serving for that chaotic wow effect