Two favorite classics collide in this delicious gingerbread pancake recipe. Gingerbread isn't just for Christmas anymore. Not when you love it as much as I do. Their perfectly comforting for any cold winter morning when you need something extra special to start your day. The whole wheat flour is a wonderful backdrop for the warm spices, brown sugar and molasses without being overly heavy. A sprinkling of lemon peel brightens everything right up. Chocolate chips are optional; and are sure to be a hit with kids. I imagine they'd make a charming Valentine's Day breakfast; especially with a big dollop of whip cream and some super sweet heart sprinkles.
Gingerbread Pancakes
(Inspired by Good Housekeeping Cookbook)
(Makes 10 4-inch pancakes)
3/4 cup Whole Wheat Flour
1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
1 + 1/2 teaspoon Ginger
3/4 teaspoon Cloves
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
1 + 1/3 cup Milk*
1 tablespoon Molasses
3 tablespoons Canola Oil
1 Egg, slightly beaten
lemon peel, fresh grated
butter or margarine
100% Maple Syrup
Mini Chocolate Chips, optional, for mixing in, dotting over the tops or serving with
Whip Cream, optional
1. In a large bowl whisk together all the dry ingredients. In a medium bowl whisk together the milk and molasses until combined well.
2. Add the milk, oil, and egg to the dry ingredients. And 1/2 cup chocolate chips if desired. Stir until flour is just moistened. Let batter sit for 10 minutes.
3. Preheat a large skillet on medium-low heat. Add a small pat of butter and coat pan. Pour batter by scant 1/4 cups onto skillet, making a few at a time. (Dot chocolate chips over top if desired). Cook until tops get bubbly and edges start to look dry. Flip and cook the other side until golden.
4. Repeat until all the batter is used, greasing the skillet with butter each time. Serve with lemon peel sprinkled over top, additional butter, maple syrup, and whipped cream.
*Add more milk for a thinner pancake.
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68 comments:
Nooooooooooooooooooooo!!! I must make these...like now
I made your chocolate mug cake the other day, and I was impressed! It was actually edible-coming from a culinary doofus such as myself. The added cinnamon really made a difference:)
Hi Patrice, Thanks for trying the mug cake! I'm happy you liked it!
Oh my.. these sound amazing! I love pancakes and have enjoyed different recipes for them. These will make a great addition to my collection!
Ginger bread pancakes. That sounds amazing! Yum!
I've made pumpkin pie pancakes, but never gingerbread!!
Wow! THOSE look awesome!
You know this would go awesome with some of the POM syrup I posted. Delish!!!
I love pancakes with maple syrup, gingerbread ones look very flavorful!
Those look perfect for Valentines Day breakfast! Mmmm, mmm, mmm!
Purrs and headbutts to Moon!
Holy crap, that must be awesome. I want some. I want them now.
I bet those were yummy. I like gingerbread a lot and would probably like mine topped with just some pumpkin butter.
~ingrid
This looks awesome!!! I usually don't think of gingerbread outside of Christmas but I agree its' awesome. This is perfect for Valentine's Day breakfast. BTW thanks for entering our event;)
These pancakes look delicious! I don't have molasses at home--not even sure what to use it for. Can I use honey or pure maple syrup instead?
Nour
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yumm that looks great!,
What a lovely idea. I am in agreement.. ginger should be spread throughout the year, not just holiday season. They sound terrific and I LOVE the gussied up photo!!!!
Wow, Reeni, those pancakes sound fabulous! I need to make them here asap! I love the heart sprinkles on top!
Oh wow, they look absolutely fantastic! I wish I had some tomorrow for breakfast and I love the whole wheat flour you used too!
oooooooo yum yum yummmm,,, delicious.
making these sunday morning. gonna have them with a big glass of chocolate lactaid milk. yummmmmmmm
Wow, these pancakes look scrumptious and making me drool.
Wow they look so nice n gorgeous!!!
I like it tall :)....nice!
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Gingerbread pancakes-sounds delicious-I had french toast today-and I was so frustrated as they assured me they had real maple syrup-ohwell the berries were good.
So fun! I love all the toppings--very festive!
My goodness, what an awesome valentine's breakfast!
Wishing you and Moon a very happy Valentines's day.
*kisses* HH
I want them to be my breakfast every day!
unbelieveable, would love to each these right now for breakfast who can beat this for a favorite VAlentine Breakfast! Yummy!
I should not have stopped here before eating breakfast. I'm very hungry now :) I love gingerbread so I imagine that these are heavenly.
pancakes are so versatile that we can use them in sooo many ways.I'll definetely try these Ginderbread Pancakes.
wow, now that is a stack of pancakes I would love to have in front of me right now!
Gingerbread pancakes - what a great idea! So creative.
I've made gingerbread pancakes before and corroborate their awesomeness. I've already eaten breakfast. But I see them in my lunch future.
The pancake looks great topped with whipped cream, thanks for sharing....
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Yummy pancakes with all the spices..i can feel the aroma here..Recently i too tried with whole wheat flour..happy V'day ....
These look a lot like the pumpkin pancakes I posted about last week...yummy!
Nourish: Honey works or just add another tablespoon of brown sugar.
That photo is so pretty to look at! I love how festive and celebrates valentine's day :) These pancakes look and sound so delicious. I imagine it's like eating warm gingerbread cookies
"How to wow" 2 college-age kids: make Reeni's gingerbread pancakesfor valentine's breakfast. They'd wake up with smiles!
omg those look awesome!! i love gingerbread, but always forget about it after the holidays. Making these tomorrow!!
Hi Reeni,
You are right gingerbread is the type of dish that will make one happy at any time. I love your pancakes so full of flavor and eye appealing!!If you made these in my house, all my ski buddies will expect it always!
These are even SWEET enough for V-day's dessert!
Divine looking pancakes - I love spices so I'm bookmarking your blog right now!
These look delicious and I just love the sprinkles and hearts. The picture is so pretty. They are almost too cute to eat!!!! Happy Valentines Day!
I love the little hearts on the whip cream. This would make an amazing Valentine's breakfast. I wish someone could surprise me with these in bed tomorrow.
Happy Valentine's Day!
Nisrine
I love all of the sweet spices in this pancake recipe!
Yes, please! These look wonderful.
I agree, gingerbread is great anytime! I love your heart sprinkles!
Happy Valentine's Day!!
Happy Valentine's Day! XOXOXO
I made these for my sweetheart on valentine's day! They were yummy, actually, they were especially good at room temp! (I made all of them and decorated them with chocolate icing and left them to cool).
Hi Pat, this cake is wonderful...compliments also for your site...a kiss by Luciana
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Well if those aren't the prettiest, most festive pancakes! Happy Valentine's day!
Wow, wow, wow! Just gorgeous!
i LOVE anything with gingerbread, this is marvelous! i will be making them very soon!
I want these pancakes to be my Valentine! Gorgeous - mmmm! Hope you are having a great day!
Oh dear! Are those gorgeous, or what? I love all the sprinkles. I hope you had a wonderful Valentine's Day!
I think I'm going to have a side dish for you this week:D
oh wow love it happy valentines Reeni
Reeni, beautiful presentation.I am such a pancake lover, and gingerbread! I agree, gingerbread should be eaten year round. I know we do. Absolutely positively a winner! LOVING these.
They look heavenly!!
OMG, I just fell in love - I need these now. Gingerbread in pancakes? Ahhhhhhh
These sound so good. Perfect for a special breakfast.
Those pancakes look so good I must try them but unfortunately I missed having them on Valentines Day. Maybe next year..
Waw,...Reeni!! A beautiful presentationof your tasty looking gingerbread panckaes!! They look thick & fluffy!!
mmmmmmmmm,...all the way!!!
I love spices on pancakes, I think they make a big -lovely- difference. And adding ginger here... what a great idea!!!
(I loved the Pooh and Piglet conversation you put here).
Thanks for sharing this,
Doña Masita
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OMG these sound like heaven!!!!
Confession, I made gingerbread cookies just a couple weeks ago! I completely agree, not just for Christmas. I enjoy the flavor way to much to save it. These look delicious, another great way I can incorporate gingerbread!
these sound amazing! I wonder if the family would object to pancakes for dinner? :D
So glad to see someone else using gingerbread outside of the Christmas season... It's one of my favorites... I'm so with you! Love this recipe.
This looks so good! I love gingerbread. I might make them tomorrow or at least sometime soon. :)
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