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Home Run Breakfast: Baseball Pancakes

Step-by-Step Guide on Making Baseball Pancakes for Kids
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Cups Pancake Mix
  • 1 and 1/2 Cups Milk
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 Cooking spray
  • 1 Maple syrup
  • 1 Fresh fruit for garnish (strawberries, blueberries)

Instructions

  • Preheat the Griddle:Begin by preheating your griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. This ensures that your pancakes cook evenly and achieve that perfect golden-brown color.
  • Prepare the Pancake Batter:In a mixing bowl, combine the pancake mix, milk, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk the ingredients together until you achieve a smooth batter. Feel free to add a little extra milk if the consistency seems too thick.
  • Use a Baseball-shaped Pancake Mold (Optional):To create the baseball shape, use a baseball-shaped pancake mold. If you don't have one, don't worry – you can still make circular pancakes and draw baseball stitches later.
  • Pour and Cook:Lightly grease the griddle with cooking spray. Place the baseball-shaped mold on the griddle and pour the pancake batter into the mold, filling it almost to the top. Allow the pancake to cook until bubbles form on the surface, then carefully remove the mold.
  • Flip and Cook the Other Side:Once bubbles have formed and popped on the surface, gently flip the pancake using a spatula. Cook the other side until it's golden brown and cooked through.
  • Add Baseball Stitches:If you didn't use a mold, you can create the baseball stitches by using chocolate syrup or Nutella. Pipe two curved lines on the pancake to represent the top and bottom of the baseball, then add a series of short lines across the curved lines to create the stitches.
  • Serve and Garnish:Transfer the finished baseball pancakes to a plate. Drizzle with maple syrup to resemble the infield, and garnish with fresh strawberries and blueberries for a burst of color and a touch of freshness.
  • Enjoy the Home Run Breakfast:Call the kids to the table, and watch their faces light up as they discover their MLB Guardian Baseball Pancakes. It's a home run breakfast that combines creativity, deliciousness, and the love for America's favorite pastime.

Notes

Here's an estimated breakdown of the prep time, cook time, and total time for the MLB Guardian Baseball Pancake recipe:
Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
  • This includes gathering and measuring the ingredients, preparing the pancake batter, and setting up the griddle or skillet.
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Cooking time will depend on factors such as the size of the pancakes, the cooking equipment, and the desired level of doneness.
Total Time: 25-35 minutes
  • This is an approximate total time from start to finish, taking into account both the preparation and cooking phases.
Serving Size:
  • The recipe should yield approximately 6-8 baseball-shaped pancakes. Adjust the quantities based on personal preferences and the number of people you're serving.
Keep in mind that these times are general estimates, and actual times may vary depending on individual cooking skills and equipment.

Equipment

  • 1 Griddle or Non-stick Skillet
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Baseball-shaped Pancake Mold optional
  • 1 Spatula