Save to Pins Fluffy pancakes infused with warm gingerbread spices, perfect for a festive breakfast or winter brunch.
This recipe makes a delightful seasonal treat that my family looks forward to every year during the holidays.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp ground cloves, Pinch of salt
- Wet Ingredients: 2 large eggs, ¾ cup (190 ml) milk, 2 tbsp molasses, 2 tbsp brown sugar, ½ stick (¼ cup or 65 g) unsalted butter melted (plus more for cooking), ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt.
- Step 2:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 3:
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Gently fold together with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined do not overmix (a few lumps are fine).
- Step 4:
- Heat a heavy-based pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat. Lightly grease with a little butter.
- Step 5:
- Pour about ⅓ cup of batter per pancake into the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles begin to form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 6:
- Repeat with remaining batter adding more butter to the pan as needed.
- Step 7:
- Stack pancakes and serve warm topped with butter and maple syrup.
Save to Pins Making these pancakes every holiday season has become a cherished family tradition.
Notes
If you prefer a dairy-free version use plant-based butter and milk alternatives.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls whisk wooden spoon or spatula measuring cups and spoons heavy-based pan or cast-iron skillet ladle or measuring cup for portioning batter
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) eggs milk and butter (dairy) Check all ingredients for potential cross-contamination or traces of allergens if sensitive.
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Questions & Answers
- → What spices give the warm flavor?
Ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves create the signature warm, spicy taste reminiscent of gingerbread.
- → Can I use whole wheat flour instead?
Yes, substituting half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour adds a heartier texture.
- → How do I prevent overmixing the batter?
Fold wet and dry ingredients gently until just combined; small lumps in the batter are fine.
- → What cooking utensils are needed?
A heavy-based pan or cast-iron skillet, mixing bowls, whisk, wooden spoon or spatula, and a ladle or measuring cup for portioning batter.
- → Are there dairy-free option suggestions?
Use plant-based butter and milk alternatives for a dairy-free version without compromising flavor or texture.