This weekend I'm attempting pancakes from scratch | DadHQ

This weekend I'm attempting pancakes from scratch

Nov 271 min read

Usually I do the Krusteaz box mix because it's reliable and my kids actually eat it. But my 5yo asked if we could make them "from the real recipe" like her friend's dad does. So I found a basic recipe online and I'm gonna try it Sunday morning.

I have low expectations but also low stakes since they'll probably just want the box mix anyway lol. Anyone have a foolproof recipe? Or should I just set expectations that this might be a disaster?

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Comments(8)

TTim K.Regular9h ago

Update us on how it goes! Rooting for you and your 5yo's pancake adventure 🥞

HHector R.Regularjust now

Low stakes is the right attitude. Worst case scenario they're not fluffy and you both laugh about it and go get Krusteaz for next Sunday. Honestly a good memory either way.

MMarcus W.Regularjust now

The Krusteaz box mix is actually solid so your bar is lower than you think. Homemade will probably taste slightly better but if it's worse, your kid made the request so she's invested in the outcome. You win either way.

AArchie M.Regularjust now

The fact that she ASKED you to do the real recipe from scratch is amazing. Even if they're mediocre pancakes, that's a win. She'll remember doing it with you more than she'll judge the taste.

TTony G.Regularjust now

Pro tip: don't overmix the batter. Lumpy batter = fluffy pancakes. Smooth batter = dense pancakes. Most people get this backwards.

DDanny R.Regularjust now

Real pancakes aren't that hard honestly. Just don't overmix the batter - that's where most people mess up. Let it be a little lumpy. Flour, eggs, milk, baking powder, butter, salt, sugar. You got this.

WWade T.New Dadjust now

The fact that your 5yo specifically asked to do "the real recipe" is adorable and also means even if they're mediocre pancakes, she'll be into them because you made them together. That's the whole thing.

SScott W.Regularjust now

Low stakes is the way. Homemade pancakes from scratch are honestly not that complicated - flour, eggs, milk, baking powder, salt, sugar. The only way to really fail is if you use expired baking powder. You got this.