Gingerbread Pancakes

Prep Time: 10mins

Cook Time: 20mins

Total Time: 30mins

Ingredients 

• 2 Cups of pancake mix
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1tsp ground ginger, divided
• 1-1/4 cups water (or as directed on the pancake mix package)
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream 
• 2 tbsp confectioner sugar
• Gingerbread cookies, crushed, for serving 
• Maples syrup, for serving

Directions

1. Combine pancake mix, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp of ginger in a large bowl. 
2. Add water, molasses, and vanilla and whisk until combined. 
3. Preheat nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and slightly grease with butter or oil. 
4. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges start to set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until edges are browned and pancakes are cooked through. 
5. Meanwhile, combine heavy cream, confectioner sugar, and remaining ginger in a medium bowl. Beat using an electric hand mixer until stiff peaks form. 
6. Stack pancakes onto serving plates and dollop generously with whipped cream. Garnish with gingerbread cookies and a drizzle of maple syrup. Serve and enjoy.