Christmas Cloud Pancakes (Extra Fluffy)

Description

These Christmas pancakes are thick, soft, and melt-in-your-mouth fluffy, with subtle vanilla and warm holiday spice. Perfect for festive mornings or anytime you want comfort carbs without guilt.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
2 tbsp sugar
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp cinnamon (optional but very Christmas!)

Wet Ingredients

1¾ cups buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
2 large eggs (room temperature)
¼ cup melted butter (or oil)
1½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl.
In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, butter, and vanilla.
Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
👉 Do not overmix — lumps are good!
Heat a non-stick pan or griddle on medium-low and lightly grease.
Scoop ¼–⅓ cup batter per pancake.
Cook until bubbles form and edges look set (2–3 minutes).
Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden.
Serve warm and fluffy 💛

Servings

Makes 8–10 thick pancakes
Serves 3–4 people

Tips for 1000× Better Pancakes

✔ Let batter rest 5–10 minutes before cooking
✔ Use low heat for thick pancakes
✔ Flip only once
✔ Use a lid for ultra-fluffy steam rise

Nutritional Info (Per Pancake – Approx.)

Calories: ~180
Carbs: ~26g
Protein: ~5g
Fat: ~6g
Sugar: ~5g

(Will vary with toppings)

Benefits (Realistic & Healthy Mindset)

Comforting energy from carbs
Great for active mornings
Supports a balanced relationship with food
Holiday joy matters too 🎄💕

Q & A

Q: Can I make them extra fluffy like the photo?
Yes! Use buttermilk + don’t overmix + cook low and slow.

Q: Can I add Christmas flavors?
Absolutely:

Nutmeg
Orange zest
White chocolate chips
Mini marshmallows

Q: Can I make them healthier?
Yes:

Use half whole-wheat flour
Reduce sugar to 1 tbsp
Top with fruit or yogurt

Q: Can I freeze them?
Yes! Cool completely, freeze flat, reheat in toaster or pan.