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Cozy Heart-Shaped Pancakes Recipe Easy Homemade Brunch Idea

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These cozy heart-shaped pancakes are a simple, quick, and charming brunch idea featuring a fluffy batter with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon, topped with fresh fruit for a bright, delicious breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) whole milk, room temperature (or almond/oat milk)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced (or raspberries)
  • ½ cup blueberries, fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 peach or nectarine, sliced thinly
  • Fresh mint leaves, a few, roughly chopped (optional)
  • Maple syrup or honey, for drizzling (optional)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
  • Greek yogurt or whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together sifted all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
  2. In another bowl, beat eggs at room temperature. Add whole milk, melted unsalted butter, and pure vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and homogenous.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. The batter should be slightly thick but pourable. If too runny, add a tablespoon of flour.
  4. Preheat a non-stick griddle or large skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease the surface with butter or non-stick spray. Grease the heart-shaped mold if using.
  5. Place the heart-shaped mold on the griddle and pour batter into the mold, filling about ¾ full (approximately ½ cup or 120ml per pancake). Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set.
  6. Using a thin spatula, gently lift the mold off and flip the pancake. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Place cooked pancakes on a plate, loosely covered with foil or a kitchen towel to keep warm while finishing the batch.
  8. Toss sliced strawberries, blueberries, and peach slices with chopped mint leaves if using.
  9. Stack the heart-shaped pancakes on plates, spoon fresh fruit over the top, and add optional drizzles of maple syrup, powdered sugar, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Notes

Use a slightly thicker batter to hold the heart shape better. Grease molds well to prevent sticking. Cook on medium-low heat to avoid burning. Flip pancakes carefully using a thin spatula. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (200°F/90°C). Batter can be prepared the night before and stored in the fridge.

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