Adorable Reindeer Pancakes – Festive & Fun Breakfast
Delight in festive Reindeer Pancakes! Perfect for holiday breakfasts with fun, seasonal shapes and flavors that will bring joy to your morning meals. These fluffy, golden pancakes are decorated with chocolate chips, pretzels, and red candies to resemble reindeer faces — a magical Christmas morning treat for the whole family!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
- Skillet or Griddle
Ingredients
Pancake Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup milk or dairy-free milk alternative
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
Decorations
- chocolate chips for eyes
- red candies for nose
- pretzel twists for antlers
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just blended. Do not overmix.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F (93°C) oven while making the rest.
- Assemble your reindeer: use pretzel twists for antlers, chocolate chips for eyes, and a red candy for the nose.
- Serve warm with syrup, fruit, or whipped cream for a festive touch!
Notes
To make this recipe vegan, substitute egg with flaxseed meal and use plant-based milk and oil instead of butter. These pancakes can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months. Reheat in a toaster oven for best texture.