Pin it Fluffy pancakes infused with warm gingerbread spices, perfect for a festive breakfast or winter brunch.
These pancakes bring back joyful holiday mornings with family gathered around the table.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp ground cloves, Pinch of salt
- Wet Ingredients: 2 large eggs, ¾ cup (190 ml) milk, 2 tbsp molasses, 2 tbsp brown sugar, ½ stick (¼ cup or 65 g) unsalted butter melted (plus more for cooking), ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large mixing bowl whisk together the flour baking powder ground ginger ground cinnamon ground cloves and salt
- Step 2:
- In a separate bowl whisk together the eggs milk melted butter molasses brown sugar and vanilla extract until well combined
- Step 3:
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture Gently fold together with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined do not overmix (a few lumps are fine)
- Step 4:
- Heat a heavy-based pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat Lightly grease with a little butter
- Step 5:
- Pour about ⅓ cup of batter per pancake into the pan Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles begin to form on the surface and the edges look set Flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through
- Step 6:
- Repeat with remaining batter adding more butter to the pan as needed
- Step 7:
- Stack pancakes and serve warm topped with butter and maple syrup
Pin it Making these pancakes has become a cherished weekend tradition that everyone in my family looks forward to.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls whisk wooden spoon or spatula measuring cups and spoons heavy-based pan or cast-iron skillet ladle or measuring cup for portioning batter
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) eggs milk and butter (dairy) Check all ingredients for potential cross-contamination or traces of allergens if sensitive
Nutritional Information
Calories 225 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 34 g Protein 5 g per serving
Pin it Serve these gingerbread pancakes with your favorite toppings for a cozy start to any morning.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What spices give these pancakes their gingerbread flavor?
Ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves combine to create the warm gingerbread taste.
- → How can I achieve fluffy pancake texture?
Gently fold wet and dry ingredients without overmixing, leaving some lumps helps keep them light and airy.
- → What cooking method is recommended?
Cook on a medium-low heat greased skillet or cast-iron pan until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.
- → Are there ways to add extra flavor or texture?
Toppings like whipped cream, toasted pecans, or a dusting of powdered sugar enhance both taste and texture.
- → Can this be adapted for dairy-free diets?
Yes, using plant-based butter and milk alternatives can make it suitable for dairy-free preferences.