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Fluffy stack of Christmas pancakes with cream cheese glaze, berries, and syrup on a cozy holiday table
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Christmas Pancakes

Fluffy, golden Christmas pancakes filled with warm cinnamon spice and holiday cheer. Easy to make, cozy to serve, and perfect for Christmas morning breakfast.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time15 minutes
Resting Time5 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Holiday Recipes
Cuisine: American, Family Favorites
Keyword: Christmas pancakes, cinnamon pancakes, fluffy pancakes, holiday breakfast, pancake recipe
Yield: 4 people
Calories: 280kcal
Author: Jenna Cooper
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl For dry ingredients
  • 1 Whisk To mix wet ingredients
  • 1 Nonstick griddle or skillet For cooking pancakes
  • 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons To measure ingredients accurately
  • 1 spatula For flipping pancakes

Materials

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder For fluffy pancakes
  • ½ teaspoon Baking soda Helps with rise
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adds holiday warmth
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg (optional) For extra spice

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup Buttermilk Or milk with 1 tbsp vinegar
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature preferred
  • 3 tablespoons Melted butter Or oil for dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds aroma

Optional Toppings

  • Maple syrup For serving
  • Whipped cream Optional topping
  • Fresh berries Cranberries, raspberries, or strawberries
  • Powdered sugar For dusting
  • Cream cheese glaze Optional holiday twist

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • In another bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix a few lumps are fine.
  • Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes. This allows it to thicken slightly and improves the texture.
  • Place a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
  • Pour about ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip. Cook the other side for 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
  • Transfer pancakes to a plate and keep them warm under foil or in a 200°F (90°C) oven. Serve with syrup, whipped cream, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

For extra fluffiness, rest your batter before cooking.
To make ahead, refrigerate cooked pancakes and reheat in the oven or toaster.
You can freeze leftovers for up to 1 month.
Add red and green food coloring for a fun, festive twist.