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Gingerbread Pancakes

[heart_this] · Mar 2, 2009 · 68 Comments

Gingerbread Pancakes

I recently received some sample maple products made by a company in Quebec called Brien . Maple is one of my favorite flavours and I was eagerly awaiting trying out these new maple products. Of course the package contained some maple syrup and I could not think of a better way to start out my exploration of the maple products than with pancakes with maple syrup. I have also recently been into ginger and I was thinking that gingerbread pancakes would be a good idea. I started with a basic pancakes recipe, with some of the flour replaced by whole wheat flour, and added some of the flavour elements from the gingersnap cookies that I had recently made including the ginger and some cinnamon, cloves and molasses. The gingerbread pancakes turned out great! They were nice and light and fluffy and full of that gingerbread flavour that I like so much. I served them with a dollop of melting butter and of course the maple syrup. It is really hard to beat pancakes with high quality maple syrup for breakfast!

Gingerbread Pancakes

Gingerbread Pancakes

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 2
ingredients
  • 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves
  • 1 cup milk (or buttermilk)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
directions
  1. Mix the flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon and cloves in a large bowl.
  2. Mix the milk, egg, butter, sugar and molasses in another bowl.
  3. Mix the wet and dry ingredients making sure to not over mix.
  4. Heat a pan and melt a touch of butter in it.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of the mixture into the pan and heat until the surface starts to bubble and the bottom is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Flip the pancake and cook the other side until the bottom is golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
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Breakfast, Food, Maple, Recipe, Vegetarian

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Comments

  1. Mrs Ergül says

    March 3, 2009 at 1:57 am

    Gingerbread pancake?! Very innovative!

    And good quality maple syrup to go with? That’s such a treat!

    Reply
  2. VeggieGirl says

    March 3, 2009 at 2:02 am

    BEYOND SENSATIONAL PANCAKE VARIETY!!

    Reply
  3. Sara says

    March 3, 2009 at 2:02 am

    Yum, these look so tasty! I love the idea of gingerbread pancakes…we have a restaurant near us that pairs them with a pear sauce and they are really awesome. I may just have to try them at home!

    Reply
  4. Dana McCauley says

    March 3, 2009 at 2:16 am

    Clever flavour combo!

    Reply
  5. Heather says

    March 3, 2009 at 2:25 am

    mmm. i made gingerbread pancakes this year for christmas brunch! they’re so festive and tasty! and lucky you with the fun maple products 🙂

    Reply
  6. from my motorhome to yours says

    March 3, 2009 at 2:33 am

    oh man these look killer,pam

    Reply
  7. Christina Kim says

    March 3, 2009 at 2:35 am

    Oh gingerbread pancakes… a place here in Boston makes them seasonally, and they are wonderful! I love how your recipes cater to cooking for one or two.

    Reply
  8. jillian says

    March 3, 2009 at 2:41 am

    Mmmm gingerbread pancakes! Really good maple syrup is so worth it.

    Reply
  9. Sara says

    March 3, 2009 at 3:26 am

    This looks delicious, I love all those spices!

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  10. Chris says

    March 3, 2009 at 3:36 am

    Great Idea.

    Reply
  11. Jescel says

    March 3, 2009 at 3:56 am

    Must be the taste of holidays. Yum!

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  12. Beachlover says

    March 3, 2009 at 3:58 am

    I notice you like ginger flavour!! what a creative idea to make pancake!!

    Reply
  13. Rosa's Yummy Yums says

    March 3, 2009 at 5:04 am

    These spicy pancakes look delicious!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
  14. Not Another Omnivore says

    March 3, 2009 at 5:12 am

    Whew! Gingerbread Pancakes! Should have come back in December, but anytime is appreciated!

    NAOmni

    Reply
  15. Esi says

    March 3, 2009 at 5:16 am

    Oh yum! I am recently a fan of real maple (before I only had the fake stuff which is gross, lol)

    Reply
  16. Paula says

    March 3, 2009 at 5:25 am

    I think my husband, father, and sister would go nuts over these. What a great idea to create gingerbread pancakes, and what fun to serve with your maple syrup sample. Good stuff!

    Reply
  17. Sharon says

    March 3, 2009 at 5:27 am

    There are few things I love more in this world than gingerbread, but one of them has to be gingerbread IN a pancake!!

    Reply
  18. Nina Timm says

    March 3, 2009 at 6:48 am

    Ginger biscuits and pancakes are my favorites…..to think that I can have both in one bite….must be heavenly!

    Reply
  19. Nina Timm says

    March 3, 2009 at 6:48 am

    Ginger biscuits and pancakes are my favorites…..to think that I can have both in one bite….must be heavenly!

    Reply
  20. Food For Tots says

    March 3, 2009 at 6:54 am

    Pancake is my son’s favourite! Your gingerbread pancake looks so irresistable!

    Reply
  21. Foodess says

    March 3, 2009 at 7:16 am

    They look delish!

    I love how you find a flavour you like, and you really explore it in lots of different ways. It’s great!

    Reply
  22. Jan says

    March 3, 2009 at 7:33 am

    Great combo!

    Reply
  23. Happy cook says

    March 3, 2009 at 8:06 am

    Wow i have never had panckaes with gingerbread, it sure must have been delicious.

    Reply
  24. Just Cook It says

    March 3, 2009 at 8:28 am

    Right now (about 8:30am), I think I would sell a body part for those.

    Thanks for stopping by just cook it. Great blog. I spent some time in Toronto a few years back. I have some great memories

    Reply
  25. Koruklu says

    March 3, 2009 at 8:51 am

    Great recipe!!! Recently you’ve been adding great breakfast recipes!!! No more boring boiled eggs!!!

    Reply
  26. Clumbsy Cookie says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:04 am

    Great! Just in time for my breakfast!

    Reply
  27. Theresa says

    March 3, 2009 at 12:05 pm

    Can I have some now with my coffee, please?

    Reply
  28. pigpigscorner says

    March 3, 2009 at 12:16 pm

    Such wonderful flavours!

    Reply
  29. Leslie says

    March 3, 2009 at 12:46 pm

    oh my goodness…I would have never thought to make a gingerbread pancake, but that sounds like heaven

    Reply
  30. Parker says

    March 3, 2009 at 12:57 pm

    Great flavor and look cooked to perfection.

    Reply
  31. ♥Rosie♥ says

    March 3, 2009 at 1:19 pm

    Oh what joy Kevin ginger pancakes and more joy with added maple syrup – delicious!

    Rosie x

    Reply
  32. dishesdone says

    March 3, 2009 at 2:14 pm

    Excellent way to start the day! Those look so good! Fantastic!

    Reply
  33. Gloria says

    March 3, 2009 at 3:02 pm

    Dear Kevin this look really awesome, Im agree with Mrs.Ergul you are so creative!! Love your recipes, xxGloria

    Reply
  34. Sophie says

    March 3, 2009 at 3:05 pm

    MMMMM…what a lovely combination of flavours, Kevin! My husband will love this! Thanks again!!

    Reply
  35. lisaiscooking says

    March 3, 2009 at 3:13 pm

    I’ve been craving pancakes lately, and gingerbread sounds like a great way to go. Delicious!

    Reply
  36. Foodie with Little Thyme! says

    March 3, 2009 at 4:04 pm

    My boys love pancakes. “PANCAKE SUNDAY, YEAH” that’s what we hear EVERY Sunday morning! I’m not sure they would love Ginger but I’ll give it a try.

    Reply
  37. Hayley says

    March 3, 2009 at 4:21 pm

    I love the idea of turning gingerbread cookies into pancakes. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  38. Cathy - wheresmydamnanswer says

    March 3, 2009 at 4:22 pm

    How fun are these – I love ginger bread and love this twist on an old favorite!!

    Reply
  39. Leah says

    March 3, 2009 at 4:34 pm

    Looks wonderful! I love gingerbread and now a new way to have it.

    Thank you!

    Reply
  40. LunaCafe says

    March 3, 2009 at 5:40 pm

    These look wonderful. I can smell them from here!

    Reply
  41. Marjie says

    March 3, 2009 at 5:49 pm

    Great idea! I’m sure the maple syrup was wonderful, too1

    Reply
  42. Anonymous says

    March 3, 2009 at 6:17 pm

    Great click as always..

    Reply
  43. Spryte says

    March 3, 2009 at 7:43 pm

    Those look great!!

    Reply
  44. Dawn says

    March 3, 2009 at 8:30 pm

    I love new ideas for pancakes! I must try this way.

    Reply
  45. Anonymous says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:08 pm

    Mmmm, it’s like a big soft gingerbread cookie. Would you mind if we used thin icing instead of syrup? 🙂

    Reply
  46. Pam says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:36 pm

    Yum! I’ve made pumpkin pancakes and loved them. I bet these are wonderful!

    Reply
  47. Lo says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:44 pm

    These look great, Kevin – nice variation on the usual pancake theme!

    Reply
  48. tamilyn says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:58 pm

    I never thought of incorporating ginger into a pancake. Hmmmmmmm

    Reply
  49. Lori says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:58 pm

    I simply did not get enough Gingerbread over the holidays. This sounds so tasty. I’m sure the flavors are amazing and how exciting about the maple products!

    Reply
  50. SueMB says

    March 3, 2009 at 11:08 pm

    Kevin,
    You have the most beautiful pictures on your recipe blog. Do you have a “day job” or is this it? It seems to me that cooking, photographing, and posting would take a good bit of time.
    BUT, I must say I’m awfully glad you do it!

    Reply
  51. Choosy Beggar Tina says

    March 3, 2009 at 11:49 pm

    Thanks for checking out our site!
    These pancakes look delicious…I’m not generally a fan of pancakes, but since I’m an uber-fan of gingerbread, these could totally convince me to eat some brekky…

    Reply
  52. Deseree says

    March 4, 2009 at 12:01 am

    OMG I HEART GINGERBREAD PANCAKES! This sounds so yummy! Thanks for sharing 🙂 Have you ever tried to make pumpkin pancakes?

    Reply
  53. ChefBliss.com says

    March 4, 2009 at 1:25 am

    I LOVE gingerbread pancakes!! We’ll have to give your recipe a try!!

    Reply
  54. Chanel11 says

    March 4, 2009 at 1:26 am

    OMG I love gingerbread pancakes – never thought of making them with buttermilk – must give it a try.

    Reply
  55. Grace says

    March 4, 2009 at 2:07 pm

    drool. i saw rachael ray make a batch of these, but yours sound better. 🙂

    Reply
  56. Bellini Valli says

    March 4, 2009 at 2:29 pm

    I think these delicious pancakes will be my final tribute to winter:D

    Reply
  57. Holler says

    March 4, 2009 at 4:46 pm

    I am drooling over these pancakes Kevin. What a great idea 🙂

    Reply
  58. Jennifer says

    March 4, 2009 at 6:38 pm

    I got a box of gingerbread pancake mix for Christmas. Now I think I will make them. It looks delish!

    Reply
  59. Lisa says

    March 4, 2009 at 10:58 pm

    Now that’s an interesting idea! What a treat to receive a sample of maple goodness.

    Reply
  60. Jennifer says

    March 5, 2009 at 1:41 am

    gingerbread is one of my most favorite things!!! Great recipe!!!

    Reply
  61. chez aurora says

    March 5, 2009 at 1:42 am

    They look so yummy and I love the addition of the spices and whole wheat 🙂

    Reply
  62. Jennifer says

    March 5, 2009 at 3:09 am

    These look really great!!

    Reply
  63. noobcook says

    March 5, 2009 at 8:21 am

    What an interesting favour for pancakes 🙂

    Reply
  64. ana dane says

    March 5, 2009 at 3:10 pm

    oooh these look SO good. now i know what to make for saturday morning breakfast, if i can wait that long.

    Reply
  65. Anonymous says

    March 6, 2009 at 11:24 am

    Very creative! I am sure it tasted great!

    Reply
  66. emily says

    March 7, 2009 at 6:24 pm

    these sound incredible!!!

    Reply
  67. The American Homemaker says

    March 8, 2009 at 5:26 pm

    Mmmm…. those sound great!!!

    Reply
  68. selfy says

    March 10, 2009 at 7:22 am

    These look burned. I know pancakes are hard to cook though. I’ve never had any luck with them.

    Reply

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