Colorful Celebration Pancakes
Brighten up your breakfast with our Colorful Celebration Pancakes! Bursting with vibrant colors and delightful sweetness, these pancakes are perfect for special occasions, weekend brunches, or simply to add a touch of joy to your morning routine. Stack them high, drizzle with creamy icing, and sprinkle with festive candy—each bite is a fun explosion of flavor and color that'll put a smile on anyone's face. Share them with family and friends and make breakfast a delightful celebration!
2
Servings
425
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
eggs
2 (beaten)
oil
2 tablespoons (vegetable or canola)
sugar
6 tablespoons (granulated)
milk
1 cup (whole or regular)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (pure)
cake flour
2 cups (sifted)
baking powder
3 teaspoons (fresh)
food coloring
various (liquid or gel, in your choice of colors)
icing
1 (15 ounce) can (store-bought)
milk
1 tablespoon (for thinning the icing)
water
1 tablespoon (for thinning the icing)
candy sprinkles
to taste (for decoration)
Instructions
1
In a mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour and baking powder to aerate and combine.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, sugar, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3
Carefully fold the sifted flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined (do not overmix).
4
Divide the batter evenly into several bowls, depending on how many colors you want to use, and stir in your chosen food coloring until you achieve the desired shades.
5
Heat a lightly oiled non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, pour or scoop the colored batter onto the pan to form pancake shapes.
6
Cook each side for about 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook until golden brown.
7
In a small bowl, mix the store-bought icing with 1 tablespoon of milk and 1 tablespoon of water until smooth and pourable.
8
Once all pancakes are cooked, stack them in colorful layers by alternating the colors.
9
Drizzle the smooth icing over the stacked pancakes and generously top with candy sprinkles for added fun.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
60g
Carbs
7g
Protein
30g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Colorful Celebration Pancakes?
They are vibrant, sweet pancakes bursting with color, perfect for special occasions, weekend brunches, or adding joy to your morning routine.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to make 2 servings.
How many calories are in each serving?
Each serving of these pancakes contains 425 calories.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of sifted cake flour to ensure a light and airy texture.
How much baking powder do I need?
You will need 3 teaspoons of fresh baking powder.
What liquid ingredients are required for the batter?
The batter requires 2 beaten eggs, 1 cup of whole or regular milk, 2 tablespoons of oil, and 1/2 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
What kind of oil should I use?
You can use either vegetable or canola oil for this recipe.
How much sugar is included in the pancake batter?
The recipe uses 6 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
What type of food coloring is recommended?
You can use various shades of either liquid or gel food coloring.
How do I achieve different colors for the pancakes?
Divide the batter evenly into several bowls and stir in your chosen food coloring until you reach the desired shades.
What is the best way to mix the flour into the wet ingredients?
Carefully fold the sifted flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
At what heat should the pancakes be cooked?
Cook the pancakes in a lightly oiled non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
How long does each side of the pancake take to cook?
Each side should cook for about 2-3 minutes.
When should I flip the pancakes?
Flip the pancakes once bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
How do I make the icing drizzle?
Mix a 15-ounce can of store-bought icing with 1 tablespoon of milk and 1 tablespoon of water until it is smooth and pourable.
How should the pancakes be stacked for serving?
Stack them in colorful layers by alternating the different colored pancakes.
What toppings are used for decoration?
The stack is topped with the icing drizzle and a generous amount of candy sprinkles.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 15g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are 60g of carbohydrates in each serving.
How much protein is provided per serving?
Each serving provides 7g of protein.
How much sugar is in a serving?
There are 30g of sugar per serving.
Is there any fiber in these pancakes?
The fiber content for this recipe is not specified.
Are these pancakes suitable for children?
Yes, they are tagged as 'kids' and 'fun food', making them perfect for children.
Can these be served as a dessert?
Yes, one of the primary tags for this recipe is 'dessert'.
Is this recipe good for parties?
Absolutely, it is tagged as 'party food' and 'celebration'.
What is the total number of ingredients?
The recipe utilizes 12 distinct ingredients.
What kind of milk is used for the icing?
The icing is thinned using 1 tablespoon of milk.
Should the flour be sifted?
Yes, sifting the cake flour and baking powder together helps aerate the mixture.
Can I use any kind of sprinkles?
The recipe suggests candy sprinkles to taste for a festive look.
What is the suggested occasion for these pancakes?
They are ideal for special occasions, rainbow-themed parties, or festive weekend brunches.