Gingerbread Pancakes Fluffy Spiced (Print Version)

Fluffy pancakes with warm ginger, cinnamon, and cloves offer a cozy breakfast or brunch treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 3/4 cup milk
09 - 2 tablespoons molasses
10 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
11 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (plus additional for cooking)
12 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt in a large bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs with milk, melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Create a well in the dry ingredients; pour in the wet mixture and gently fold until just combined, leaving some lumps intact.
04 - Heat a heavy-bottomed pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease with butter.
05 - Pour 1/3 cup batter per pancake onto the pan. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form and edges set; flip and cook another 2 to 3 minutes until golden and cooked through.
06 - Repeat with remaining batter, adding butter as needed. Serve pancakes stacked, topped with butter and maple syrup.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Fluffy texture with warm gingerbread spices
  • Perfect for festive breakfasts or winter brunch
02 -
  • For extra flavor top with whipped cream toasted pecans or a dusting of powdered sugar
  • Substitute whole wheat flour for half the all-purpose flour for a heartier texture
03 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy
  • Use a cast-iron skillet for even cooking and best texture
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