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Cozy Sleepover Pancake Bar Ideas with Every Topping You Need

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A fun and flexible pancake bar recipe perfect for gatherings, featuring a fluffy buttermilk pancake base and a variety of toppings to customize your stack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons (8g) baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 2 cups (480ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • Toppings (choose as many as you like):
  • Maple syrup or honey
  • Whipped cream
  • Fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
  • Banana slices
  • Chocolate chips or chunks
  • Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds)
  • Nut butters (peanut butter, almond butter)
  • Fruit compotes or jam
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Mini marshmallows or sprinkles
  • Coconut flakes (toasted or plain)
  • Yogurt (plain or flavored)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Test readiness by sprinkling a few drops of water on the surface; they should dance and evaporate quickly.
  5. Lightly grease the skillet with butter or oil. Using a ladle or 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the skillet.
  6. Cook pancakes for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip carefully and cook another 2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Place cooked pancakes on a plate and cover loosely with foil or keep warm in a 200°F (90°C) oven while finishing the batch.
  8. Arrange toppings in bowls or plates for guests to customize their pancakes.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Letting the batter rest for 5 minutes helps make pancakes extra fluffy. Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for best results. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough pancakes. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven covered with foil. For gluten-free, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend and add extra baking powder. Vegan adaptations include flax eggs and plant-based milk with acid.

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