BIRTHDAY PANCAKES

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Make an impressive tower of pancakes for a morning birthday celebration -- or serve them as short stacks. Cooking the pancakes over medium-low heat keeps them lightly golden so the confetti sprinkles really pop!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings (about 12 pancakes)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
4 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch kosher salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1 cup milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 2 to 3 tablespoons for cooking the pancakes
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup confetti sprinkles, plus more for sprinkling
Sweetened whipped cream, for serving

Steps:

  • For the topping: Heat the heavy cream, maple syrup, cream cheese, vanilla and kosher salt in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking frequently to break up and smooth out the cream cheese, until the mixture just begins to bubble, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat, cover and keep warm.
  • For the pancakes: Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder and fine salt together in a large bowl. Whisk the milk, butter, eggs and vanilla together in a medium bowl. Add the milk mixture and sprinkles to the flour mixture, and fold until just incorporated (it's okay if there are some lumps).
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat, add about 1/2 tablespoon butter and let melt. Pour 1/4-cupfuls of batter onto the hot skillet, and cook until the pancakes are lightly golden on the bottom and bubbly on the top, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip the pancakes, and cook until lightly golden on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer the pancakes to serving plates, stacking them on top of each other if desired, and keep warm in the oven. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  • Pour the topping over the stacks, and top with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkles. Add a birthday candle if you like, and serve the remaining topping on the side.

Regina Kerr
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These pancakes were a bit too dense for my taste, but they were still good.


Samson Defabachew
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pancakes turned out perfect! They were light and fluffy and the sprinkles added a fun touch.


Michael Shoebridge
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These pancakes were a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


BTS EXO MOMOLAND
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I had trouble getting the pancakes to flip without breaking. Other than that, they were delicious.


Whatever Omggirl
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These pancakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Genesis Hernandez
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I made these pancakes for my mom's birthday and she loved them! She said they were the best pancakes she's ever had.


Demon Op
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These pancakes were a great way to start my day! They were light and fluffy, and the sprinkles added a touch of sweetness.


Azubuike Ikenna
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I've made these pancakes several times now and they're always a hit! They're so fluffy and delicious.


Nqaaa Ncube
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These pancakes were perfect for my daughter's birthday party! They were easy to make and the kids loved them.


Sarah Guenther
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised! The pancakes were delicious and the rainbow sprinkles made them so festive.


Niraj Chauhan
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These pancakes were a fun and easy way to make a special birthday breakfast. I will definitely be making them again.


Chukwuezi Chibueze
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I made these pancakes for my husband's birthday and he was so happy! He said they were the best pancakes he's ever had.


brentonchristopher
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These pancakes were a great way to start my birthday morning! They were festive and delicious.


Joseph Dunn
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I'm not much of a cook, but these pancakes turned out great! They were light and fluffy and the sprinkles added a nice touch.


Grace Kibokwe
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These pancakes were a hit at my son's birthday party! The kids loved the bright colors and the yummy taste.


Oto Sunday
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I made these for my daughter's birthday and she loved them! They were so easy to make and they tasted great.


Imran Hashmi
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These pancakes were fluffy and delicious! The rainbow sprinkles immediately put a smile on my face. Perfect for a special occasion.


S Howlader
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My family enjoyed this recipe very much! It was a fun and easy way to make a special birthday breakfast.