These easy to make Homemade Gingerbread Pancakes are a delicious breakfast recipe that’s perfect for Christmas morning.
The list of treats one can make for the Holiday season is endless. There is at least one delicious dish for every meal of the day.
Gingerbread Pancakes will definitely steal the show when it comes to an amazing Christmas morning breakfast treat that the whole family would love. It is quite possible that this dish could earn a spot among your family holiday traditions.
When one attempts to bring the essence of the Holidays to the breakfast table, the one flavor that comes to mind would be gingerbread. We remind ourselves of children making complete the gingerbread villages with our parents and grandparents.
Many of you may be looking for creative ways to have some of these memories with your children too. These Gingerbread Pancakes bring your cherished memories to the breakfast table in a new way by incorporating this classic flavor.
Gingerbread Pancakes
Topping these pancakes with a gingerbread man, sprinkles, frosting or whipped cream completes the festive look for Christmas morning. Though these are good ideas to top this sweet breakfast, you may decide to add your own favorite toppings instead.
These pancakes will surely be a welcome surprise for your kids on Christmas morning. I hope that it will be a popular tradition for years to come.
Gingerbread Pancake Recipe
Here are some commonly asked questions
Can I substitute the milk?
Yes. If you use almond milk as an alternative to regular milk, it would work just fine in this recipe.
Can I use a vanilla substitute instead of vanilla extract?
Yes. Vanilla essence does not provide quite the same flavor as regular vanilla extract. However, it is a good alternative.
Why do you add vanilla extract?
Vanilla extract is a common flavoring found in many baking and sweet recipes using flour. It adds a certain depth to the flavor of the recipe that extends beyond a more “bready” taste.
Why do you wait to flip the pancakes until there are bubbles on the top?
When you wait until there are bubbles in the top of the pancake that does not fill with loose batter, this indicates that you can flip it without it falling apart. This is because the pancake itself is stiff enough for the batter to not refill the holds made by the bubbles (i.e., it is not liquid anymore).
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How do you make Gingerbread Pancakes?
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and ginger together.
- Add the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract, then whisk together.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle to medium-low heat.
- Pour ¼ cup of pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Flip the pancake when bubbles form on the top that does not immediately go away upon reaching the surface.
- Once both sides are golden brown, remove from the heat and add a small amount of butter to the top.
- Continue until all of the batter has been used.
- Top with syrup, frosting, whipped cream, a scoop of ice cream, and/or sprinkles if desired.
- Serve immediately.
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Can these pancakes be frozen?
Yes, I do it often. If you want to make these ahead of time to keep your holiday morning stress-free…let the pancakes cool to room temperature.
Stack the pancakes, placing a piece of parchment paper in-between each pancake. Then place the stacks of pancakes in an airtight container or zip-top bag and freeze for up to 4 months.
To reheat, just separate out the desired amount of pancakes and heat in the microwave until hot. (usually about 1 minute for 1-2 pancakes)
To make Gingerbread Pancakes you will need:
- all-purpose flour
- granulated sugar
- baking powder
- ground cinnamon
- ginger
- milk
- eggs
- vanilla extract
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How do I properly measure the flour?
The official way is to spoon the flour into the measuring cup & level off. This makes sure the flour isn’t packed tightly into your measuring cup, adding more than you need, as that will make your recipe too dry.
However – if you fluff your flour with a spoon, then gently scoop the flour into the measuring cup, taking care to not pack the flour – that should work for this recipe.
Can I use fresh ginger?
Yes. The ginger flavor will be stronger, however, it is a perfectly acceptable substitute for grated ginger.
How do I store Gingerbread Pancakes?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
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Products I love when making gingerbread pancakes…
This pancake recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and you might already have some of these items on hand.
OR maybe you have never made homemade pancakes before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love them. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this breakfast recipe.
- all-purpose flour
- granulated sugar
- baking powder
- ground cinnamon
- ginger
- vanilla extract
- nonstick skillet
- griddle
- nonstick whisk set
- measuring spoons
- mixing bowls
- pancake spatula
- silicone spatulas
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Homemade Gingerbread Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp white sugar
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1¾ cups milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and ginger together.
- Add the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract, then whisk together.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle to medium-low heat.
- Pour ¼ cup of pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Flip the pancake when bubbles form on the top that does not immediately go away upon reaching the surface.
- Once both sides are golden brown, remove from the heat and add a small amount of butter to the top.
- Continue until all of the batter has been used.
- Top with syrup, frosting, whipped cream, a scoop of ice cream, and/or sprinkles if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate. Please double-check with your own dietary calculator for the best accuracy. We at Yummi Haus cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site.
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