Get ready to celebrate the joyous holiday season with this fun recipe for Christmas Pancakes! It's guaranteed to make your holiday celebration extra special.
These light and fluffy pancakes are made with buttermilk giving them a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Adding the festive sprinkles, brings a burst of color and joy to your plate.
Check out all the other Christmas Breakfast Recipes for even more delicious ideas to serve this holiday season.
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The perfect treat to brighten up your holiday celebration morning, these Christmas pancakes are sure to bring joy and smiles to the whole family.
Looking for more Breakfast Ideas and Recipes? Try my my Breakfast Casserole with Hash Browns, Christmas Morning Breakfast or my collection of Easy Christmas Breakfast Recipes.
Table of Contents
- How to make Pancake Shapes with Cookie Cutters
- Pancake Mix Gift
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
- How to Store, Freeze and Reheat Leftover Pancakes
- Try these recipes next...
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
How to make Pancake Shapes with Cookie Cutters
You can use metal cookie cutters to shape your pancakes, but don’t use plastic ones—they can melt on the hot pan.
To create pancake shapes with cookie cutters, you can grease the metal cookie cutters with non-stick baking spray and place them on a greased griddle.
Then, ladle pancake batter into the center of each cookie cutter and cook until the edges are dry and bubbles form. Remember to remove the cookie cutters using tongs as soon as possible after the pancake holds its shape.
Check out these fun cookie cutters and then my Heart-Shaped Pancakes I make for Valentine's Day for more tips.
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Pancake Mix Gift
Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Try my pancake mix in a mason jar! Complete with fun sprinkles, chocolate chips, and M&Ms, this delightful gift will bring joy to any breakfast lover.
Plus, there's free printable gift tags to make it extra special. Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with this delicious and festive treat!
And if you want more ideas for homemade gifts, try my Mason Jar Gift Ideas for the Holidays Digital Cookbook...10 different recipes with printable gift tags to help you make delicious gifts this holiday season!
Helpful Kitchen Tools
OVENTE Electric Griddle with 16 x 10 Inch Flat Non-Stick Cooking Surface, Adjustable Thermostat, Essential Indoor Grill for Instant Breakfast Pancakes Burgers Eggs, Black GD1610BCuisinart CSB-179 Smart Stick Variable Speed Hand Blender, Stainless SteelChristmas Kitchen Decor, Christmas Butter Dish with Lid for Countertop, Large Ceramic Butter Dish with Lid, Christmas Gnome Decorations, Christmas Butter Keeper with Thick Wood Lid with KnifeSpode Christmas Tree Sugar and Creamer Set | Set of Figural Tree Creamer Jug and Sugar Jar | Made of Fine Dolomite | 7.4-ounce creamer 5.3 Ounce Lidded Sugar Jar
Main Ingredients Needed
Below is a quick preview of the ingredients you’ll need. For exact amounts, check the recipe card below. You can also use the "Shopping List button" to create a printable shopping list, or the "Get Ingredients button" in the recipe card to order groceries online.
Substitutions and Variations
- If you don't want to use the Christmas sprinkles, you can use mini chocolate chips.
- Or you can get creative with seasonal flavors like peppermint or white chocolate chips.
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon and nutmeg into your pancake batter for a warm and cozy holiday flavor.
- Fresh or dried cranberries can add a burst of tangy sweetness to your pancakes. You can mix them into the batter or sprinkle them on top before flipping.
- For a truly decadent treat, substitute some of the buttermilk in your pancake batter with eggnog. This will give your pancakes a rich and creamy texture with a hint of nutmeg!
Step-by-Step Instructions
This section includes step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Once combined, add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients.
Step 2: Pour ¼ cup of batter onto a preheated electric griddle for each pancake. Add the sprinkles evenly over the top of each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, flip and cook the other side about 1-2 minutes.
Step 3: Keep the pancakes warm until ready to serve.
Step 4: Serve the pancakes warm with butter and maple syrup.
Step 5: Add a few extra sprinkles on top!
Step 6: Enjoy!
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Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
Want to make this recipe even better? Don’t miss my favorite tips below for boosting flavor, perfecting texture, and saving time in the kitchen!
✔️ DO use a nonstick skillet or griddle and preheat it properly for even cooking and golden edges.
❌ DO NOT press down on the pancakes while cooking—it flattens them and squeezes out the fluffiness.
How to Store, Freeze and Reheat Leftover Pancakes
Refrigerate: Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Place pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container with parchment paper between layers. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Thaw and Reheat: Thaw in the fridge overnight or microwave straight from frozen. Reheat in the microwave, toaster, or oven until warm.
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- Check out my for Homemade Strawberry Sauce for a fun topping!
- Or you might enjoy this recipe for Christmas Tree Waffles!
📖 Recipe Card
Christmas Pancakes
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup Christmas-themed sprinkles
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the buttermilk, melted butter and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Remember not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Preheat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Add the sprinkles evenly over the top.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to set. This should take approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip each pancake with a spatula and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more.
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm while you cook the remaining batter.
Nutrition
Notes
- Do not overmix the pancake batter. It's okay to have a few lumps.
- For a truly decadent treat, substitute some of the buttermilk in your pancake batter with eggnog. This will give your pancakes a rich and creamy texture with a hint of nutmeg!
- Enjoy the pancakes with a selection of toppings including maple syrup, whipped cream, and extra sprinkles.
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