Spring has sprung, and it’s the perfect time to delight your friends and family with this Bunny Pancakes Recipe.
What is a bunny pancake, you ask? If you grew up with Mickey Mouse pancakes or make them for your children, you’re familiar with the extra joy a decorative pancake meal brings. There’s nothing wrong with your typical stack of flapjacks. Still, a fun-shaped pancake brings smiles and conversation to mealtime, and that’s always a good thing.
This particular bunny pancake recipe calls for adding honey or syrup to the pancake batter. Is it necessary? No, but it certainly gives the pancakes an extra boost of yumminess! Then, to top it off, you’ll decorate the cute little cottontail with sliced almonds and Greek yogurt. It’s the perfect way to sneak some protein onto your kids’ plates!
Who knows? After creating this fluffy, delicious bunny, you may awaken your inner artist. Next thing they know, you’ll start surprising the family with all sorts of pancake creations!
Are Bunny Pancakes Healthy?
Pancakes are what you make them. If you add a lot of sugar for toppings, the cakes won’t be as healthy as when you top them with fruit. And for what it’s worth, the recipe uses syrup or honey rather than sugar. While this won’t affect the recipe’s health factor, go with natural local honey or pure maple syrup for the best taste!
You can also adjust the recipe to accommodate special diets. For example, you can use a gluten-free flour blend instead of whole wheat, oil instead of butter, and plant-based yogurt to make a dairy-free bunny pancake. At the heart of this pancake is its fun design—the rest is up to you!
A Bubbling Pancake Is A Delicious Pancake
I get it. You’re hungry, and so are the kiddos. When the family has empty stomachs, it’s hard to stay patient for pancakes. However, you really want to avoid flipping your pancake bunny pieces too soon.
When a pancake bubbles on one side, it’s letting you know that the other side has cooked. That’s when you know it’s now safe to flip it over. If you flip before the bubbles appear, you’ll find yourself dealing with a runny mess on the griddle—and broken bunny parts. Patience is key!
How Do I Store Leftovers?
Place your pancakes in an airtight container or zip-top bags and keep them refrigerated for up to 1 week. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. To make mealtime super simple, separate the pancake pieces into labeled containers for quick bunny assembly. Store berries, Greek yogurt, and almonds separately.
Serving Suggestions
Bunny pancakes certainly deserve some creative sides! For example, add some color to your bunny with some Strawberry Whipped Cream. If you’d prefer something less fruity, Chocolate Whipped Cream is a tasty option, too!
Create a well-rounded breakfast with bunny pancakes and a Blueberry Smoothie or a side of the Softest Scrambled Eggs. For a fun dinner, enjoy some flapjacks along with a Broccoli Salad and Steamed Hard-Boiled Eggs. And, of course, the traditional side of bacon with pancakes is always a hit, and if you make Baked Maple Bacon, you’ve basically got dessert!
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole-wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon honey or pure maple syrup
- 2 cups almond milk or any preferred non-dairy milk
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, plus more for the griddle
- Nonfat Greek yogurt for serving (or whipped cream)
- Fresh berries for decoration (optional)
- Sliced almonds for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole-wheat flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the honey (or maple syrup), almond milk, eggs, and melted butter. Stir the mixture until just combined (don't overmix).
- Preheat a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat, and brush with butter.
- For each bunny, pour the batter to form two large oval pancakes for the ears, one large round pancake for the head, and two smaller round pancakes for the feet. Use a spoon to help shape.
- Cook the pancakes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges appear set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until golden brown.
- Assemble the bunny on a plate by placing the two oval pancakes at the top for ears, the large round pancake below for the head, and the smaller round pancakes at the bottom for the feet.
- Add Greek yogurt to the body pancake to represent the bunny's tail. Use sliced almonds for details.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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