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Fluffy Saturday Morning Pancakes Dad Used to Make Easy Face Pancake Ideas

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A simple and comforting pancake recipe that yields fluffy, tender pancakes perfect for cozy weekend mornings, decorated with fun faces made from blueberries and chocolate chips.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) whole milk (can substitute 2% or almond milk)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (plus more for the pan)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Blueberries and chocolate chips for decorating the pancake faces

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the egg until frothy. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking gently to combine.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy; do not overmix.
  4. If the batter is too thick, add a splash of milk; if too thin, sprinkle in a bit more flour.
  5. Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small pat of butter and swirl to coat the surface. Watch for the butter to foam but not burn.
  6. Using a ladle or 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the skillet. Add blueberries and chocolate chips to create faces—two blueberries for eyes and a chocolate chip for a smile.
  7. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Carefully flip the pancakes with a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  9. Stack pancakes on a plate, add butter or syrup if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Use room temperature eggs for better rise. Adjust pan heat to avoid burning or undercooking. Press blueberries and chocolate chips gently into batter after pouring to create faces without sinking. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven while finishing the batch. Batter can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours but stir gently before cooking.

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Keywords: pancakes, fluffy pancakes, breakfast, easy pancakes, blueberry pancakes, chocolate chip pancakes, family breakfast, weekend brunch

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