Gingerbread Spiced Pancakes (Printable Version)
Fluffy pancakes infused with warm gingerbread spices, perfect for cozy winter mornings or festive brunches.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Wet Ingredients
10 - 2 large eggs
11 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
12 - 1/2 cup buttermilk or 1/2 cup milk plus 1 teaspoon lemon juice
13 - 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
14 - 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Toppings
16 - Maple syrup
17 - Whipped cream
18 - Powdered sugar
19 - Fresh berries
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
02 - Beat the eggs in a separate bowl, then add milk, buttermilk (or milk and lemon juice), molasses, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully combined.
03 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently stir until just combined, leaving some lumps. Avoid overmixing.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
05 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and edges are set, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more until golden and cooked through.
06 - Transfer pancakes to a warm oven to keep while cooking the remaining batter.
07 - Serve warm with desired toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cream, powdered sugar, or fresh berries.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The blend of warm ginger and cozy spices feels like sharing a secret hug with a friend.
- It’s fluffy, not too sweet, and perfect whether you’re brunching casually or celebrating the holidays.
02 -
- Don't overmix the batter—embrace the lumps to keep pancakes light and fluffy.
- Adding molasses is a game changer; it turns simple pancakes into a flavor experience that feels just right for winter.
03 -
- Rest the batter for 5 minutes after mixing to relax gluten and bring out the spices.
- Use unsulphured molasses for the cleanest flavor—blackstrap can be too intense.