Description
Celebrate the festive season with these fun and vibrant Grinch Green Pancakes topped with a tangy cream cheese icing and fluffy green whipped cream. Perfect for a whimsical breakfast or holiday brunch, these pancakes bring a pop of color and a blend of sweet, creamy flavors that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Pancakes
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Green food coloring, as needed
- Cooking spray, for the skillet
Cream Cheese Icing
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
Green Whipped Cream
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, sifted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red heart sprinkles, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Buttermilk: In a small bowl, combine the whole milk with white vinegar or lemon juice. Let this mixture sit for about 5 minutes to curdle, creating homemade buttermilk which adds tenderness to the pancakes.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and seasoning.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg lightly, then add the melted butter and the prepared buttermilk. Stir to combine thoroughly.
- Make the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes fluffy. Add green food coloring until the batter reaches the desired vibrant green hue.
- Cook the Pancakes: Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray. Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the hot surface. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, then flip and cook the other side until golden and cooked through, about 1-2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Icing: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, blending until creamy. Gradually add heavy whipping cream while continuing to beat until the icing is light and spreadable.
- Make Green Whipped Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Add a few drops of green food coloring and fold gently to achieve a uniform light green color.
- Assemble and Garnish: Stack the warm pancakes on plates, spread a generous amount of cream cheese icing over them, then top with a dollop of green whipped cream. Finish by decorating with red heart sprinkles to mimic the Grinch theme.
Notes
- You can substitute buttermilk with regular milk and vinegar as shown in the recipe for a homemade version.
- Adjust green food coloring to your preferred shade for a more vibrant or subtle look.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the pancakes fluffy.
- The cream cheese icing can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- Use fresh whipped cream and consume promptly for best texture and taste.
- These pancakes freeze well; reheat gently in a toaster or oven.
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