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Gingerbread Pancakes

These Gingerbread Pancakes are fluffy, tender, and bursting with cozy ginger and molasses flavors—perfect for festive mornings or a comforting brunch treat!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Non-stick skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Ladle or measuring cup

Method
 

Make Gingerbread Pancakes: A Simple Method
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, molasses, and vegetable oil until fully blended and the mixture has a rich, amber color.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold the batter with a whisk or spatula until just combined, leaving a few lumps. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the pan. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Stack pancakes and serve warm with butter, maple syrup, or powdered sugar. Optional toppings include whipped cream or honey drizzle.

Notes

  • For extra zing, add chopped crystallized ginger to the batter.
  • Mix in chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch and nuttiness.
  • Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.