Delicious and Spiced Gingerbread Pancakes

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Delicious and Spiced Gingerbread Pancakes
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 30, 2023

Enjoy the warm and comforting flavors of gingerbread in these fluffy and flavorful pancakes. Packed with ginger, cinnamon, and molasses, these pancakes are perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast or a holiday brunch. Serve them with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of maple syrup for an extra indulgence. These pancakes will fill your home with the delightful aroma of gingerbread and bring joy to your taste buds.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 egg

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and brown sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the molasses, buttermilk, melted butter, and egg. Mix well.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Heat a greased non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the skillet as needed.
  8. Serve the pancakes warm with whipped cream and maple syrup.

Interesting Facts

  • Gingerbread pancakes are a festive twist on traditional pancakes, perfect for the holiday season.
  • Ginger is known for its warming and soothing properties, making these pancakes a great choice for chilly mornings.
  • The combination of spices in gingerbread, including ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, adds a delightful depth of flavor to these pancakes.
  • Molasses gives these pancakes a rich and caramel-like sweetness, complementing the spices perfectly.