Want to transform your ordinary breakfast into a festive green celebration? These St. Patrick's Day Pancakes are about to become your new holiday morning tradition! Imagine fluffy, emerald-green pancakes that not only taste incredible but also bring a playful splash of Irish spirit to your breakfast table. Whether you're celebrating St. Patrick's Day or just want to add some whimsical color to your morning, these pancakes are guaranteed to make everyone at the table smile and feel the luck of the Irish.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Irish
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well blended and no lumps remain.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until fully incorporated. If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring to create a festive St. Patrick's Day appearance.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix with a spatula or whisk. Stir until just combined - be careful not to overmix, as this can make the pancakes tough. Some small lumps are okay.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the liquid and the leavening agents to activate.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or cooking spray.
- Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the hot skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look dry, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip the pancake and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a warm plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm while cooking the remaining batter.
- Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, or green-tinted whipped cream for a festive St. Patrick's Day touch.
Tips
- For the brightest green color, use gel food coloring instead of liquid - it provides more vibrant results without thinning the batter.
- Don't overmix your pancake batter! Lumpy batter makes for fluffier pancakes. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Let your batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking to allow the flour to absorb liquid and improve texture.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned griddle for even cooking and easy flipping.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low-temperature oven (around 200°F) while preparing the entire batch.
- For extra festivity, consider topping with green-tinted whipped cream or shamrock-shaped sprinkles!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 210kcal
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 55mg
