Gingerbread Pancakes with Maple Syrup

Wake up to the scent of cinnamon and cloves with these Gingerbread Pancakes with Maple Syrup — the taste of holiday mornings in every bite. Soft, fluffy, and warmly spiced, they bring that same joy as a fresh batch of cookies but in breakfast form. Drizzle with pure maple syrup, add a pat of butter, and start your morning with something that feels like Christmas wrapped in a stack.

Gingerbread Pancakes with Maple Syrup

Fluffy spiced pancakes infused with molasses, cinnamon, and ginger — a cozy, festive breakfast ready in minutes.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Brunch, Holiday Morning

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Nonstick skillet or griddle
• Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup milk plus more as needed
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 2 tablespoons melted butter plus more for cooking
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

 

Mix dry ingredients:

• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, salt, and brown sugar.

Add wet ingredients:

• In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, milk, molasses, melted butter, and vanilla.

Combine:

• Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined (batter should be slightly lumpy). Add a splash of milk if too thick.

Cook pancakes:

• Heat a lightly buttered skillet over medium heat. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake and cook until bubbles form on top; flip and cook 1–2 minutes until golden.

Serve:

• Stack pancakes, drizzle with maple syrup, and top with butter or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

💡 Don’t overmix the batter — light stirring keeps the pancakes fluffy.

🧊 Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days; reheat in toaster or microwave.

Keyword Christmas brunch, gingerbread pancakes, holiday pancakes, spiced breakfast

💡 Tips & Variations

• Swap molasses for maple syrup for a lighter flavor.
• Add mini chocolate chips for a sweet surprise.
• Top with whipped cream and cinnamon sugar for an extra-festive twist.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Pair with hot cocoa, coffee, or apple cider for a cozy brunch spread. Add a side of crispy bacon or fruit salad to complete the meal.

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster or skillet for best texture. Freeze pancakes between parchment layers for up to 2 months.

💬 Some mornings don’t need perfection — just warmth, spice, and a drizzle of sweetness.
— From The Recipe Host: Where flavor feels like home.