Silly Monster Pancakes Fun (Printer-Friendly Version)
Brighten mornings with colorful green pancakes topped with marshmallows, blueberries, and banana slices for a fun twist.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pancake Batter
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup whole milk
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted or neutral oil
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon green gel food coloring (adjust as desired)
→ Decorations
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8 large marshmallows (2 per pancake)
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8 fresh blueberries (2 per pancake)
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1 medium banana, sliced into 8 pieces
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Chocolate syrup (for eyes and smiles)
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Maple syrup (for serving, as desired)
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix. Fold in green gel food coloring until uniform in color.
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Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
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Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the hot surface. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles appear and edges set, then flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Keep warm while cooking remaining pancakes.
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Place two pancakes per serving plate. Position two marshmallows atop each for eyes, securing with a dab of chocolate syrup. Press a blueberry into each marshmallow for pupils. Arrange two banana slices below eyes for cheeks and draw smiles with chocolate syrup. Drizzle maple syrup as desired.
# Additional Tips:
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Do not overmix batter to maintain fluffiness; a few lumps are acceptable.
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Preheat pan thoroughly to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
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Use gel food coloring for vibrant hues without altering batter consistency.
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Keep cooked pancakes warm on a wire rack in a low oven (200°F) to preserve texture.