Description
Celebrate the holiday season with these festive Christmas Pancakes, stacked and decorated to resemble a charming Christmas tree. Fluffy and tinted green with food coloring, these pancakes are adorned with whipped cream, sprinkles, and candies for a delightful and visually stunning breakfast treat that’s perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- Green food coloring, as needed to tint batter
Toppings and Decorations
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Assorted sprinkles and candies, for decoration
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix the milk, egg, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and cohesive.
- Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing. Add green food coloring a few drops at a time, stirring until the batter reaches an even, festive green color.
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it using butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour batter onto the skillet in small circles, using varying sizes to eventually form a tree shape. Allow each pancake to cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side or until bubbles form and edges set, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Assemble Tree: On a serving plate, stack the pancakes starting with the largest at the bottom and gradually placing smaller pancakes on top to form a Christmas tree silhouette.
- Decorate: Generously top the pancake tree with whipped cream to simulate snow, sprinkle assorted candies and sprinkles for ornaments, and finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a festive look. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy.
- Adjust green food coloring to your preferred shade for a vibrant tree.
- Use a non-stick skillet for easy flipping and minimal sticking.
- Serve with maple syrup if desired for added sweetness.
- Great recipe for holiday gatherings and kids’ breakfasts.
