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Fluffy Dr. Seuss Grinch Pancake Stack

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These impossibly fluffy, vibrant green pancakes are a festive, kid-friendly breakfast inspired by Dr. Seuss’s Grinch. With a gentle vanilla sweetness and melt-in-your-mouth texture, they’re perfect for holiday mornings or any day that needs a little extra cheer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk (or 1 1/4 cups milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Green gel food coloring (Wilton or AmeriColor, to desired shade)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
  • Whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
  • Red heart sprinkles
  • Maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Measure out all ingredients and preheat your skillet or griddle to medium (about 350°F).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add a small squeeze of green gel food coloring and mix until the color is vibrant.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix. The batter should be thick but pourable.
  5. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to hydrate the flour and ensure fluffiness.
  6. Lightly grease your skillet with butter or oil. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet.
  7. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  8. Transfer cooked pancakes to a wire rack or warm plate. Cover loosely with foil if making a large batch.
  9. Stack pancakes on a serving plate. Top with whipped cream, powdered sugar, and red heart sprinkles. Drizzle with maple syrup before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free pancakes, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute almond or oat milk plus lemon juice and plant-based butter. Resting the batter is key for fluffiness. Use gel food coloring for the brightest green. Keep pancakes warm in a 200°F oven on a wire rack. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3 days or frozen for 2 months.

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Keywords: Grinch pancakes, Christmas breakfast, festive pancakes, Dr. Seuss, holiday brunch, green pancakes, kid-friendly breakfast

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