Magical Christmas Pancakes for Kids: Breakfast & Dessert Fun
Bring holiday magic to the table with these Christmas pancakes for kids! Soft, fluffy, and decorated like Santa, reindeer, snowmen, and gingerbread figures, these pancakes are perfect for a festive breakfast or a fun holiday dessert. Add a swirl of whipped cream, berries, and fruits like strawberries, bananas, and blueberries to make each pancake a joyful winter creation.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowls – one for dry ingredients, one for wet ingredients
- Whisk or fork – to mix the batter
- Measuring cups and spoons – for accurate ingredient amounts
- Non-stick skillet or griddle – for cooking the pancakes
- Spatula – for flipping pancakes safely
- Small ladle or ¼ cup measure – to pour batter evenly
- Small bowls – to organize berries, banana slices, and other toppings
- Butter knife or spoon – to spread whipped cream or Nutella
- Optional piping bag – for whipped cream or yogurt decoration
- Serving plates or a large platter – to display the festive pancakes
Ingredients
Pancakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat for extra fiber)
- 2 tbsp sugar (or coconut sugar for a healthier option)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 ¼ cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Decorations:
- Blueberries
- Strawberries
- Red berries (raspberries, red currants)
- Bananas
- Optional dessert extras: whipped cream, chocolate chips, yogurt, honey, or Nutella
Instructions
Make the Pancake Batter
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until smooth. A few small lumps are fine — don’t overmix!
Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface. Flip carefully and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden.
- Repeat until all batter is used. Keep pancakes warm in a low oven if needed.
Decorate Your Christmas Pancakes
- Let the pancakes cool slightly.
- Choose a pancake and pick a character to create:
- Santa: Strawberry hat, banana face, blueberry eyes, red berry nose
- Reindeer: Banana antlers, blueberry eyes, red berry nose
- Snowman: Stack two small pancakes, blueberry eyes, banana carrot nose, strawberry scarf
- Gingerbread figures: Use fruits for buttons and eyes, banana slices for hands or hat
- Dessert twist: Add a swirl of whipped cream to Santa’s hat, snowmen, or on the plate as fluffy snow. Drizzle chocolate or Nutella, or serve with a scoop of ice cream for a festive treat.
Notes
Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator. Nutritional values may vary depending on toppings and milk type.