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Santa Pancakes with Strawberries

Delightful and festive pancakes resembling Santa, perfect for holiday breakfasts.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour, whole wheat flour, or all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, plus extra for eyes
  • 3/4 cup milk or milk alternative
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Fresh strawberries, stems removed
  • Banana slices
  • Blueberries
  • Raspberries
  • Mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, Greek yogurt, milk, oil, maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  4. Preheat your griddle or frying pan to 325°F and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  5. Pour about 1/3 cup of batter onto the heated griddle and cook until edges are dry and bubbles form on top, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Transfer cooked pancakes to a platter and repeat with remaining batter.
  8. Decorate each pancake with halved strawberries for Santa’s hat, banana slices for the pom-pom, and additional banana slices for the beard. Use Greek yogurt for eyes, blueberries for the centers, a raspberry for the nose, and mini chocolate chips for a smile.
  9. Serve immediately while warm and fluffy, optionally with maple syrup.

Notes

These pancakes can be customized with different fruits or toppings. They are best enjoyed fresh!

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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