Description
Enjoy a festive breakfast with these Eggnog Pancakes, combining the creamy, spiced flavor of traditional eggnog with fluffy pancakes for a delightful holiday treat. Perfect for a cozy morning, this recipe yields tender pancakes infused with nutmeg and a subtle sweetness.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup eggnog
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg. Stir these ingredients together until evenly distributed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggnog, milk, large egg, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Mix Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes tender, a few lumps are perfectly fine.
- Prepare Skillet: Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip the pancakes gently with a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the undersides are golden brown and the pancakes are cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Remove pancakes from the skillet and serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cream, or extra nutmeg for garnish.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes light and fluffy.
- Use fresh nutmeg for the best flavor.
- Adjust heat as necessary to prevent burning pancakes.
- Eggnog adds moisture and holiday flavor; substitute with half-and-half or milk if unavailable, but the flavor will differ.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while cooking remaining batter.
