Gingerbread Pancakes are light, fluffy and delicious! This yummy breakfast will not only be a hit during the holiday season, but all throughout the year too. Ready in under 30 minutes and freezer friendly.
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Don't these pancakes look remarkably fluffy?
Do you wonder what the secret ingredient is?
I'll give you a hint… it contains no artificial flavors, no added colors or dyes, no high fructose corn syrup, no sugar or artificial sweeteners, no calories and is gluten-free? C'mon, one guess?
SELTZER!
Wait, seltzer in pancakes? Yes! The carbonation in the seltzer fluffed these pancakes right up, making them light and airy without adding any calories, flavors, dyes or anything artificial.
If you are looking for some more delicious, healthy pancake recipes you will love these Pumpkin Protein Pancakes, Lemon Chia Seed Pancakes and definitely these Low Carb Coconut Flour Pancakes!
All of these would be even more yummy with some Eggnog Latte, Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate, Apple Chai Latte and definitely some Spiked Apple Cider!
Also, my cookbooks are both on sale now and would make a great gift! The Everything Wheat Free Diet Cookbook and The Greek Yogurt Cookbook are both the lowest prices I have seen!
Why You Should Make These Gingerbread Pancakes
Not everyone has time to make an eloborate breakfast for the family. These gingerbread pancakes are not only healthy but will be ready in under 30 minutes.
I love seltzer and I drink it all the time. If you are a soda drinker, start substituting seltzer and you will save yourself from unnecessary calories, sugar, artificial sweeteners and a whole bunch of junk.
It's crucial to stay hydrated even in the winter months and drinking seltzer is a great way to do it.
I decided to use cans of Vintage Seltzer since I always keep the 12 pack of seltzer in my refrigerator when I want something bubbly. I used plain Vintage seltzer in these pancakes but I bet it would be fun to try a flavored seltzer next time!
Recipe Tips
I love cinnamon, cloves and spices all year long so I would eat these pancakes any day of the week. These also freeze really well so go ahead and make a double batch and keep one batch in the freezer for those hectic mornings!
I simply place 3-4 pancakes in an airtight container and freeze. This way one of my kids can pull a container out at night and have breakfast in the morning.
You can also try using flavored seltzers too. The possibilities are endless so go ahead and get creative.
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Strawberry Vanilla Pancakes from Lauren Kelly Nutrition
Low Carb Chocolate Protein Pancakes from All Day I Dream About Food
Gluten Free Pancakes from Mama Knows Gluten Free
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Gingerbread Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ cup ground flax seed
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon cloves
- ½ teaspoon ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 tablespoons 100% maple syrup
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 cups plain seltzer
Instructions
- Mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, flax, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and salt in a medium bowl.
- Mix together molasses, maple syrup, applesauce and seltzer in a separate bowl.
- Pur milk mixture into flour mixture and stir until just combined being careful not to over mix. The batter will be thick.
- Stir to combine.
- Preheat a greased griddle on medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes to get it hot. Place about ⅓ cup of batter onto hot griddle and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Top with extra maple syrup if desired.
Anna
These pancakes are so fluffy and delicious! I am a huge fan of gingerbread and these pancakes are currently my favorite!
Kristen
I made these for my kids and now they won't stop talking about them. I guess that's a good sign that they liked them.
Melissa
Oh wow - I had to stop by and say how delicious your recipe was, thank you so much!
Lisa M.
How clever?! Seltzer! Amazing recipe!
Feestzaal
Hi Lauren, I have never had gingerbread pancakes before but these were really good. I added 2 tbsp of brown sugar and 1/2 tbsp of baking powder, the smell was really good. Everyone loved them and I would make this again for my family! Thanks a lot for sharing this wonderful recipe.
lauren.kelly
I am SO glad you liked them! Thank you so much for sharing with me!
Heather | All Roads Lead to the Kitchen
I almost always have seltzer on hand, but I haven't seen this brand before - I will definitely watch for it! And these pancakes? Wow! The seltzer does give them beautiful height, and yes to gingerbread. 🙂
Kim Beaulieu
Oh man, I totally dig gingerbread pancakes. And I love your trick. I use fizzy water to make tempura for fish and onion rings. It's my go to for fluffy coating. Works like a charm.
Marjory @ Dinner-Mom
These are so fluffy! I love your trick and the ginger...perfect for the holidays!
Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic
Seltzer in pancake batter...of course! The food science nerd in me is very happy with this revelation. The gingerbread lover in me wants a stack of these pancakes STAT.
Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos
I love that you used seltzer in these delicious pancakes and I'm in agreement with everyone - gingerbread ALL year - not just during the holidays. Fantastic recipe Lauren!