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Funfetti Pancakes

Fluffy pancakes bursting with color and joy, perfect for festive breakfasts and special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups homemade dry pancake mix A versatile base for fluffy pancakes.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup buttermilk Adds tanginess and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup milk Balances richness.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients and adds richness.
  • 1/4 cup melted butter Enhances flavor and tenderness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Imparts warm aromatic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Adds a unique, nutty flavor.
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles For color and sweetness.
  • to taste dollops frosting Heated for topping.
  • to taste tbsp pure maple syrup For drizzling.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine buttermilk, milk, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and almond extract; whisk until well blended.
  2. Stir in the homemade dry pancake mix until just combined; be cautious not to overmix.
  3. Allow the batter to sit for 1 to 2 minutes to thicken slightly before cooking.
  4. Gently fold in the sprinkles, taking care not to overmix.
Cooking
  1. Preheat a griddle to medium-low heat and brush lightly with butter.
  2. For each pancake, pour 1/4 cup of the batter onto the hot, buttered griddle.
  3. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the bottom is golden brown, approximately 4 to 5 minutes.
  4. Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until golden on both sides.
Serving
  1. Plate the pancakes and top with melted frosting, butter, and pure maple syrup before enjoying.

Notes

For extra richness, use cultured buttermilk instead of regular buttermilk. Consider adding fresh fruits or whipped cream as variation.