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Let me share my favorite way to make Christmas morning extra magical! These adorable Christmas Pancakes have become our family's most anticipated holiday breakfast tradition. When I first started making them with those festive red and green sprinkles and cute little strawberry Santa hats everyone's faces just lit up. Now my kids start asking for them as soon as December arrives!
Perfect Holiday Magic
You know what makes these so special? They're not just delicious they're a celebration on a plate! I love how quick they are to whip up even on busy holiday mornings. The way those sprinkles sparkle in the batter and those sweet strawberry Santa hats make everyone smile it's just pure Christmas joy.
Everything You'll Need
- The Basics:
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour measured with love
- ¼ cup sugar just enough sweetness
- 4 teaspoons baking powder for perfect fluffiness
- The Wet Team:
- 2 cups milk makes them tender
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil keeps them moist
- 1 fresh egg gives structure
- Touch of vanilla for warmth
- The Christmas Magic:
- Red and green sprinkles they make everything festive
- Fresh strawberries for those adorable Santa hats
- Plenty of whipped cream for snow-like decorations
Let's Make Some Magic
- Start With The Dry Stuff
- First thing I do is mix up my flour sugar baking powder and salt in my favorite big bowl. I like to whisk them together really well so every pancake is perfectly seasoned.
- Create The Batter
- Now comes the fun part! Pour in your milk oil egg and that touch of vanilla. I whisk until it's just smooth then fold in those festive sprinkles watching them create little swirls of holiday color.
- Pancake Time
- Get your griddle nice and warm but not too hot medium heat is just right. A little butter on the griddle then pour your batter. When you see those bubbles pop up it's time to flip!
- Make Them Festive
- Here's where the magic happens! Top each stack with a cloud of whipped cream add your strawberry Santa hat and finish with a tiny whipped cream pompom. The kids love helping with this part!
My Best Tips
Want to know my secrets for perfect Christmas pancakes? Always use fresh ingredients they really make a difference. Keep your first batch warm in a low oven while you make the rest. And don't be shy with those sprinkles they're what make these pancakes extra special! I love serving them alongside crispy bacon or scrambled eggs to make it a complete holiday feast.
Keep The Magic Going
Let me tell you how to save some of these festive treats for later though they rarely last long in my house! Pop any leftover pancakes in a zip-top bag and they'll stay fresh in the fridge for about 3 days. If you're really planning ahead freeze them in a single layer then transfer to a freezer bag they'll keep for up to 3 months. When you're ready for more holiday cheer just warm them in the toaster or microwave.
Why Everyone Loves These
These aren't just pancakes they're little bites of holiday joy! The way kids' eyes light up when they see those colorful sprinkles and strawberry Santa hats it's pure Christmas magic. Even the grown-ups get excited because who doesn't love festive breakfast food? Plus they're so easy to make we can focus on enjoying our time together instead of spending hours in the kitchen.
Make Them Your Own
Want to know how I sometimes mix things up? A pinch of cinnamon in the batter makes them smell like Christmas morning. Sometimes I'll toss in some white chocolate chips for extra sweetness. My kids love choosing different colored sprinkles to match the holiday and honestly they're delicious any way you make them!
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The Perfect Holiday Feast
You know what makes these pancakes extra special? Setting them up as part of a whole holiday breakfast spread! I love serving them alongside steamy mugs of hot cocoa topped with marshmallows for the kids and festive mimosas for the grown-ups. Add some fresh fruit on the side and you've got a breakfast that feels like Christmas morning no matter when you serve it!
Getting Them Just Right
Here are my tried-and-true pancake secrets! Keep that griddle at medium heat too hot and you'll burn those precious sprinkles. When you're mixing the batter be gentle we want fluffy pancakes not tough ones. And here's my special trick: add those sprinkles right before cooking so the colors stay bright and festive in each pancake.
Save Some For Later
Want to make holiday mornings even easier? These pancakes freeze beautifully! I lay them out in a single layer freeze them then pop them in a freezer bag. When we're craving some Christmas cheer I just warm them up in the toaster. The crispy edges come right back and they taste almost as good as fresh-made.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make the batter ahead of time?
- While best fresh, you can make the batter the night before and refrigerate. Just stir well before using as the ingredients may separate.
- → How do I know when to flip the pancakes?
- Look for bubbles forming on the surface and edges starting to look dry. This is the perfect time to flip.
- → Can I freeze these pancakes?
- Yes, freeze them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Add the toppings fresh when serving.
- → What if my strawberries are too big?
- Cut larger strawberries in half lengthwise to make them more proportional to the pancake size.
- → How do I keep pancakes warm for serving?
- Keep them covered with a kitchen towel or in a 200°F oven for up to 20 minutes while making the full batch.