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Wanna know how we make Christmas morning extra special? These cute Christmas Pancakes have turned into our most looked-forward-to breakfast tradition. The first time I made them with those fun red and green sprinkles and strawberry Santa hats, everyone couldn't stop smiling. Now the kids start begging for them the minute December hits!
Magical Holiday Delight
The best thing about these pancakes? They're more than just tasty – they're a party on your plate! They come together so fast, even when the holiday rush is on. Those twinkling sprinkles in the mix and the sweet strawberry hats on top bring smiles all around – that's what Christmas breakfast is all about.
Your Ingredient List
- Dry Components:
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour scooped with care
- ¼ cup sugar for that perfect sweetness
- 4 teaspoons baking powder to make them rise nicely
- Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk for softness
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil so they don't dry out
- 1 fresh egg for binding
- Splash of vanilla for extra flavor
- Holiday Add-ins:
- Red and green sprinkles for that Christmas touch
- Fresh strawberries to create cute Santa hats
- Lots of whipped cream for snowy decorations
Creating Christmas Joy
- Mix Your Dry Ingredients
- I always start by combining flour sugar baking powder and salt in my biggest mixing bowl. Give everything a good whisk so all your pancakes have that perfect taste throughout.
- Whip Up Your Batter
- Here comes the good part! Add your milk oil egg and vanilla. Stir until just combined then gently add those holiday sprinkles watching as they create pretty swirls of Christmas color.
- Cook To Perfection
- Heat your griddle to medium not too hot. Add a little butter then pour your festive batter. Wait for those tiny bubbles to show up before you flip them over.
- Add Holiday Charm
- Now for the fun stuff! Put a fluffy cloud of whipped cream on each stack place your strawberry hat on top and finish with a tiny whipped cream dot. The little ones always want to help with this step!
Pro Secrets
Want my tricks for amazing Christmas pancakes? Always pick fresh stuff – it truly counts. Keep your finished pancakes warm in a low-temp oven while cooking the rest. And go wild with those sprinkles – they're what makes breakfast feel like Christmas! We love having these with some crispy bacon or fluffy eggs for a full holiday morning meal.
Saving For Later
Here's how to save some Christmas breakfast joy for another day, though they rarely stick around long in our house! Any leftover pancakes can go in a storage bag and stay good in your fridge about 3 days. If you're planning ahead, freeze them flat first, then put them in a freezer bag and they'll last up to 3 months. When you want more holiday cheer, just warm them up in your toaster or microwave.
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These aren't ordinary pancakes – they're little pieces of holiday happiness! Kids' faces light up at those bright sprinkles and cute strawberry hats – it's Christmas morning magic. Even adults get excited because festive breakfast food brings out the kid in everyone. They're so quick to make too, giving us more time to enjoy being together instead of cooking all morning.
Custom Creations
Wanna know how we switch things up sometimes? Try adding a dash of cinnamon to the mix for that Christmas morning smell. Sometimes we throw in white chocolate chips for extra sweetness. My kids love picking different sprinkle colors to match the season and honestly, they taste amazing however you make them!
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Stunning Holiday Breakfast
Know what makes these pancakes truly awesome? Setting them up as part of a complete Christmas morning spread! We love having them with steamy cups of hot cocoa topped with marshmallows for the kids and fun mimosas for the grown-ups. Add some bright fresh fruit on the side and you've got a breakfast that feels like Christmas no matter what day it is!
Foolproof Methods
Let me share my tested pancake tricks! Keep your cooking surface at medium heat or you'll burn those pretty sprinkles. When mixing your batter, don't overdo it or they won't be fluffy. And here's my favorite tip: add the sprinkles just before cooking so the colors stay bright and don't bleed all through each pancake.
Future Enjoyment
Need an easier holiday morning? These pancakes freeze so well! I lay them out flat, freeze them solid, then toss them in a freezer bag. Whenever we want some Christmas cheer, I just pop them in the toaster. They get those nice crispy edges again and taste almost like they're fresh off the griddle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Is it okay to prepare batter in advance?
- Fresh is better, but you can mix it the night before. Just make sure to give it a good stir in case it separates.
- → When's the right time to flip the pancakes?
- Check for bubbles forming and the edges drying out. That's when they're ready to be turned over.
- → Can I store any leftovers in the freezer?
- Totally! Seal them in a freezer bag and keep for up to 3 months. Add toppings fresh when you're ready to eat.
- → What if I have strawberries that are too big?
- Slice them in half lengthwise to make them fit better with the pancake size.
- → How can I keep the pancakes warm while cooking more?
- Cover them with a towel or pop them in a 200°F oven for under 20 minutes as you finish cooking.