Gingerbread Pancakes

Gingerbread Pancakes

8 servings
Delicious and easy Gingerbread Pancakes are a great way to start a chilly winter morning. This gingerbread pancake recipe is also a great choice for a Christmas morning breakfast idea! 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

    light or dark, packed

  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tbsp molasses
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl combine dry ingredients and stir well to combine.

  2. 2

    In a separate container combine wet ingredients and mix well to combine.

  3. 3

    Pour wet mixture into dry mixture and stir until combined but do not over mix. The batter will be lumpy and thick. Let batter sit 2-3 minutes prior to cooking, to allow batter to rise a bit.

  4. 4

    Using a skillet or griddle that is preheated to medium heat and has been prepared with oil or cooking spray, scoop approximately 1/4 cup of the batter onto the cooking surface.

  5. 5

    Cook until sides start to lightly brown and pancake begins to get small air bubble around edges indicating the first side has cooked, then flip to other side and cook until golden brown.

Gingerbread Pancakes

Gingerbread Pancakes

30 min8 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a breakfast that feels like a warm hug on a cold day, or a festive start to Christmas morning? These delicious and easy Gingerbread Pancakes bring that cozy, spiced comfort right to your table, promising a delightful start to any chilly day. The secret to their irresistible charm lies in the classic balance of aromatic spices—cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg—perfectly complemented by rich, dark molasses and the tenderizing touch of buttermilk. This thoughtful combination of ingredients ensures every bite is bursting with that beloved, authentic gingerbread flavor and a wonderfully moist texture.

Prepare for your kitchen to be filled with the sweet, spicy aroma of the holidays as these pancakes cook up golden and fluffy. You'll enjoy tender, moist pancakes with a delightful warmth from the ginger and cinnamon, and a subtle sweetness from brown sugar and molasses. Each pancake offers a soft, pillowy texture that's incredibly satisfying, making them a wonderful and easy treat for any winter morning.

Customization & Variations

  • Feel free to adjust the spice profile to your liking; a little extra ginger can add more zing, or a dash of allspice could deepen the flavor for an even richer gingerbread taste.
  • For an added textural element and sweetness, consider gently folding in a handful of chocolate chips or dried cranberries into the batter before cooking.
  • If you don't have buttermilk on hand, a simple homemade substitute of regular milk with a tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar (let it sit for 5 minutes) works beautifully as a replacement.

These gingerbread pancakes are ideal for making chilly winter mornings special, perfect for a relaxed weekend breakfast, or as a show-stopping centerpiece for your Christmas morning feast. Serve them warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an extra festive touch.

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