Save to Pinterest Fluffy pancakes infused with warm gingerbread spices, perfect for a festive breakfast or winter brunch.
This recipe brings the perfect cozy flavor to cold mornings and is a favorite during winter celebrations.
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.
Save to Pinterest These pancakes have become a family favorite bringing everyone to the kitchen smiling on chilly mornings.
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
Save to Pinterest Serve these gingerbread pancakes warm with your favorite toppings to brighten any morning.
Recipe FAQs
- → What spices give these pancakes their flavor?
The warm gingerbread flavor comes from ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves blended into the batter.
- → Can I use a different sweetener instead of molasses?
Molasses provides a deep, rich sweetness, but you can substitute with maple syrup or honey for a milder taste.
- → How do I prevent pancakes from sticking to the skillet?
Lightly grease a heavy-based pan or cast-iron skillet with butter before cooking each batch to ensure easy flipping.
- → Is it okay if the batter has some lumps?
Yes, gently folding the wet and dry ingredients without overmixing keeps the pancakes light and fluffy, so a few lumps are fine.
- → What toppings complement these spiced pancakes?
Butter and maple syrup are classic, but whipped cream, toasted pecans, or a dusting of powdered sugar add extra flavor and texture.
- → Can I make these pancakes dairy-free?
Yes, swap the butter and milk with plant-based alternatives to suit a dairy-free diet.