# Holiday Spiced Gingerbread Pancakes: A Festive Treat 🥞✨
## Introduction
Rejoice in the holiday spirit with these delightful Holiday Spiced Gingerbread Pancakes. They’re firm yet fluffy, packed with aromatic ginger, cloves, and nutmeg – a perfect mix of all your favorite festive flavors! This simple and hearty breakfast will surely bring warmth and joy to your dining table.
## Why Make This Recipe
Indulging in these delectable pancakes will make for a special holiday breakfast treat. Perfect for cuddling up with a hot chocolate on a cozy winter morning, these pancakes incorporate the quintessential gingerbread spices for a comforting holiday aroma and flavor.
## How to Make Holiday Spiced Gingerbread Pancakes
Creating these pancakes is as easy as one, two, three! In no more than 25 minutes, you can whip these up and have a delightful morning meal.
## Ingredients
For these enticing pancakes, you’ll need:
– Nutritious all-purpose flour.
– Baking powder and baking soda for that perfect fluffy texture.
– A dash of salt to heighten all the flavors.
– Cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves for the quintessential holiday spices.
– Creamy buttermilk to keep the pancakes moist.
– Sweet molasses for that classic gingerbread taste.
– A large egg to bind the ingredients together.
– Melted butter for a rich taste.
– Vanilla extract for a hint of warmth.
Optional toppings include whipped cream, maple syrup or even powdered sugar.
## Directions
To prepare the pancakes, simply whisk all the dry ingredients together in one bowl, mix the wet ingredients in another, then combine. Pour the batter in a heated skillet, flip once bubbles form and edges set, then voila, pancakes are ready to serve!
## How to Serve Holiday Spiced Gingerbread Pancakes
These pancakes are best served warm, drenched in maple syrup, with a dollop of whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar; ideal for a family breakfast or weekend brunch.
## How to Store Holiday Spiced Gingerbread Pancakes
You can refrigerate any leftover pancakes in an air-tight container for up to 2 days. Just reheat in the microwave or oven when ready to serve.
## Tips to Make Holiday Spiced Gingerbread Pancakes
Avoid over-mixing the batter; it’s okay to have a few lumps. Use a preheated, lightly greased non-stick skillet and scoop the same amount of batter for uniform pancakes.
## Variation
For a protein boost, add a scoop of protein powder or top with Greek yogurt and nuts.
## FAQs
**Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?**
Absolutely! Whole wheat flour makes these pancakes more substantial and boosts the fiber content.
**Can I make the batter in advance?**
Yes, you can refrigerate the prepared batter overnight. However, the baking powder may lose some effectiveness, resulting in less fluffy pancakes.
**Can I use almond milk instead of buttermilk?**
Yes, almond milk is a lovely dairy-free alternative. You might want to add a bit of lemon juice or vinegar to mimic the tang of buttermilk.
We hope you enjoy making and devouring these delicious Holiday Spiced Gingerbread Pancakes. Hoping they bring warmth and cheer to your holidays!