Gingerbread Pancakes – Spicy gingerbread in the form of pancakes. Great for Christmas breakfast or you can freezer for any day of the week!
When it comes to the holiday season everyone is all about Gingerbread Men Cookies or even Chewy Molasses Cookies. And don’t get me wrong, I am there too. But I want that molasses flavor with those spices for more than just dessert.
So I turned light and fluffy pancakes into Gingerbread Pancakes and they are a perfectly festive and delicious breakfast you can really have any day of the year!
Why This Recipe Works
- These pancakes are sweet with that gingerbread flavor, but they aren’t too sweet to enjoy for breakfast. The spices really balance everything and make them perfect for Christmas or any time you get that craving.
- You can get creative with the toppings! I like just a traditional Maple Syrup, but I found this cinnamon syrup that I think would be delicious. Plus a little whipped cream and sprinkle of cinnamon brings it all together.
- Make a double or triple batch and freeze them! I love freezing pancakes because it isn’t much extra work and you have breakfast ready in just a minute or two on busy mornings.
What You’ll Need
- All-Purpose Flour
- Baking Powder
- Cinnamon
- Ground Ginger
- Baking Soda
- Salt
- Allspice
- Ground Cloves
- Eggs
- Vanilla Extract
- Molasses
- Buttermilk
How To Make Gingerbread Pancakes
- Start by combing the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, allspice, cloves, and cinnamon. You want to whisk until everything is well combined and the spices are evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl beat the egg, vanilla and molasses together until the egg is fully incorporated. Slowly mix in buttermilk until completely combined.
- Whisk the buttermilk mixture into the flour until mostly combined. A few lumps are fine.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once it is hot spray with non-stick spray or grease with butter. Using 1/4 cup, scoop drop batter into skillet.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Once bubbles start to form on the surface and the edges are set you know it is time to flip.
- Serve warm topped with syrup or whipped cream.
What Kind Of Molasses Do I Use
You want to use dark, unsulphured molasses. Do not use blackstrap. This Original Grandma’s Molasses is the one I always use for baking.
What Can I Use Instead of Buttermilk
If you don’t have buttermilk, don’t worry you can make your own! Add 1 1/2 Tablespoons of white vinegar to your 1 1/2 cups of milk and let it stand for about 5 minutes before using. This will give you the same tanginess that buttermilk has and works great in recipes.
Or you can just use any type of milk that you have. I think buttermilk makes pancakes a little lighter and fluffier, but you can use regular milk, or even alternative milks work fine in this recipe.
Freezing Pancakes
Pancakes are one of those things that freeze really well. Arrange the pancakes on a large baking tray in a single layer. Put the tray in the freezer for 2-3 hours, until the pancakes are completely frozen. Remove and place them in a freezer safe plastic bag, and they will last for 3-4 months.
To thaw you can take out a couple and just microwave on a plate until they are warm (about 1 minute for 2 pancakes) or you can thaw them on the counter and then heat in the microwave. It beats the store bought frozen pancakes any day!

More Delicious Breakfast Recipes
- Eggnog Muffins
- Gingerbread Cheesecake Muffins
- Eggnog French Toast
- Eggnog Coffee Cake
- Crockpot Breakfast Casserole
- Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
- Nutella Crepes
Gingerbread Pancakes

Gingerbread Pancakes - Spicy gingerbread in the form of pancakes. Great for Christmas breakfast or you can freezer for any day of the week!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 whole large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, allspice, cloves, and cinnamon. Whisk until combined.
- In a separate bowl beat egg, vanilla and molasses together. Slowly mix in buttermilk until completely combined.
- Whisk buttermilk mixture into flour until mostly combined. A few lumps are fine.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Spray with non-stick spray. Using 1/4 cup scoop drop batter into skillet.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Once bubbles start to form on the surface and the edges are set you know it is time to flip.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 293Total Fat 3gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 50mgSodium 534mgCarbohydrates 57gFiber 2gSugar 20gProtein 10g
Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on dinnersdishesanddesserts.com should only be used as a general guideline.
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Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says
I LOVE these pictures! I want to reach in and grab a fork and go to town!!
Belinda says
These sounds so yummy!
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Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
I love how wonderfully fluffy these pancakes look!
Jennifer @ Not Your Momma's Cookie says
Gorgeous pancakes! I love Christmas morning breakfast 🙂
Suzanne says
Seriously yummy pancakes here, great for Christmas morning!
Becca from It's Yummi! says
I’m a gingerbread freak… LOVE LOVE this recipe!
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Isabelle @ Crumb says
I am so jealous of how big and fat and fluffy those pancakes are! For some odd reason, I can never quite get them to look like that, no matter how hard I try. Maybe this is the recipe that changes my luck. 🙂
Dionne Baldwin says
Cinnamon rolls are my absolute favorite since you mentioned them, but I have never made gingerbread pancakes. Ginger is my fascination this year! I will give these pancakes a try!
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Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet} says
I am making these this weekend – seriously! These look sooooooo tasty!
kathy pilato says
these look so beautiful!
Carla says
Once December hits, it’s pretty much gingerbread-all-the-things here. Can’t wait to make these pancakes for breakfast!
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Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
These look so good! I’ve only made gingerbread pancakes once but they were awful. I’ll have to whole wheat-ify this recipe! 🙂
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Beth says
There will never be a better holiday breakfast than this. Ever. I can’t wait to make these!
Sandra McCollum says
Can’t wait to try this gingerbread pancake recipe! My family will surely love these!
Catalina says
Gingerbread is my favorite Christmas flavor! I am so curious to try these gingerbread pamcakes!