Pin it A playful and festive breakfast platter featuring gingerbread-shaped pancakes, fresh berries, and creamy yogurt—perfect for kids and special mornings.
This recipe has become a favorite for our holiday mornings, bringing smiles with every bite and making breakfast feel extra special.
Ingredients
- Pancakes: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground cloves, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 2 large eggs, 1 cup buttermilk, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted, 2 tbsp molasses, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Toppings & Board Assembly: 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and halved, 1 cup fresh blueberries, 1 cup fresh raspberries, 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, 2 tbsp honey (optional for drizzling), Fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- Step 2:
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, milk, melted butter, molasses, and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined do not overmix.
- Step 4:
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grease lightly with butter or oil.
- Step 5:
- Pour batter onto the skillet using a gingerbread man-shaped cookie cutter as a mold (or shape freehand) about 1/4 cup per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface about 2 minutes. Remove the cutter flip and cook another 1 2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Step 6:
- Arrange the gingerbread boy pancakes on a large serving board or platter.
- Step 7:
- Add fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries around the pancakes.
- Step 8:
- Place a bowl of Greek yogurt on the board. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on the pancakes or use them to decorate faces.
- Step 9:
- Drizzle honey over the pancakes if desired and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
- Step 10:
- Serve immediately and enjoy assembling fun bites!
Pin it This recipe always leads to laughter and creativity around our breakfast table as the kids decorate their gingerbread pancakes with berries and chips.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Whisk, Non-stick skillet or griddle, Gingerbread man cookie cutter (optional), Spatula, Large serving board or platter
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), dairy, eggs. Greek yogurt may contain milk. Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 390, Total Fat 11 g, Carbohydrates 60 g, Protein 11 g
Pin it This festive berry board brings joy and warmth to any special morning with ease and delicious flavors.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the pancakes like gingerbread boys?
Use a gingerbread man cookie cutter to pour the batter into the desired shapes on a griddle. If unavailable, shape freehand with a spoon for a similar effect.
- → What spices give the pancakes their flavor?
The batter includes ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, creating a warm and festive spice profile.
- → Can I substitute the Greek yogurt?
Yes, regular yogurt or dairy-free alternatives work well and keep the creamy texture.
- → How do I keep the pancakes fluffy?
Mix wet and dry ingredients gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which helps maintain fluffiness.
- → What toppings pair best with this breakfast board?
Fresh berries like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, mini chocolate chips, honey drizzle, and fresh mint leaves provide great flavor and visual appeal.