Gingerbread Pancakes Fluffy (Printable Version)

Fluffy pancakes with warm gingerbread spices ideal for festive breakfasts and winter brunches.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1½ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 2 large eggs
08 - ¾ cup milk
09 - 2 tablespoons molasses
10 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
11 - ½ stick (¼ cup) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for cooking
12 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Create a well in the dry ingredients and gently fold in the wet mixture using a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined; a few lumps should remain.
04 - Heat a heavy-based or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat and lightly brush with butter.
05 - Pour approximately ⅓ cup of batter per pancake into the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges are set, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through.
06 - Continue cooking remaining batter, adding butter to the pan as needed. Stack pancakes and serve warm, optionally topped with butter and maple syrup.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Warm spiced flavor perfect for winter
  • Easy and quick to prepare
02 -
  • Use a non-stick pan for best results
  • Do not overmix batter to keep pancakes fluffy
03 -
  • Preheat your pan properly to avoid sticking
  • Use fresh spices for a stronger gingerbread flavor
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