Save A playful and festive breakfast platter featuring gingerbread-shaped pancakes, fresh berries, and creamy yogurt—perfect for kids and special mornings.
I love serving this on special mornings because it brings the whole family together with smiles and delicious bites.
Ingredients
- Pancakes: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground cloves, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 2 large eggs, 1 cup buttermilk, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted, 2 tbsp molasses, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Toppings & Board Assembly: 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and halved, 1 cup fresh blueberries, 1 cup fresh raspberries, 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, 2 tbsp honey (optional for drizzling), Fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl whisk together flour brown sugar baking powder baking soda salt ginger cinnamon cloves and nutmeg.
- Step 2:
- In another bowl whisk eggs buttermilk milk melted butter molasses and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined do not overmix.
- Step 4:
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grease lightly with butter or oil.
- Step 5:
- Pour batter onto the skillet using a gingerbread man-shaped cookie cutter as a mold (or shape freehand) about 1/4 cup per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface about 2 minutes. Remove the cutter flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Step 6:
- Arrange the gingerbread boy pancakes on a large serving board or platter.
- Step 7:
- Add fresh strawberries blueberries and raspberries around the pancakes.
- Step 8:
- Place a bowl of Greek yogurt on the board. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on the pancakes or use them to decorate faces.
- Step 9:
- Drizzle honey over the pancakes if desired and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
- Step 10:
- Serve immediately and enjoy assembling fun bites!
Save This recipe always creates warm family moments as everyone enjoys customizing their berry board together.
Notes
Substitute regular yogurt or dairy-free yogurt if desired. Add sliced bananas granola or nut butters for extra variety. Use gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version. Serve with warm maple syrup instead of honey.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Whisk Non-stick skillet or griddle Gingerbread man cookie cutter (optional) Spatula Large serving board or platter
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) dairy eggs. Greek yogurt may contain milk. Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Save This berry board is a delightful way to brighten your breakfast and start the day joyfully.
Recipe FAQs
- → How should I shape the pancakes for the board?
Use a gingerbread man-shaped cookie cutter on the skillet to pour the batter into festive shapes, or shape freehand if preferred.
- → Can I substitute Greek yogurt with other types of yogurt?
Yes, regular or dairy-free yogurt can be used without altering the overall flavor and texture significantly.
- → What fresh berries work best for this board?
Strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries provide bright color and balanced sweetness ideal for this platter.
- → Is it possible to make the pancakes gluten-free?
Absolutely! Replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend to accommodate dietary needs.
- → How can I add extra variety to this breakfast board?
Consider adding sliced bananas, granola, or nut butters to enhance texture and flavors.