Pancake Day is a time-honoured tradition that's enjoyed by people all over the world. Whether you're a fan of sweet or savoury pancakes, it's an excellent opportunity to get the kids involved and show them how much fun cooking can be. So with Pancake Day on Tuesday, 21st February 2023, why not try some fun recipes and activities to excite your kids about pancake day?
Easy Recipes That Kids Can Help With
Pancake day is Tuesday, 21st February and is the perfect opportunity to get the kids involved in some fun cooking activities. With just a few ingredients, you can quickly whip up a delicious batch of pancakes that kids of all ages can help with. Here are a few easy recipes that kids can help make:
• Classic Buttermilk Pancakes: For a simple yet delicious classic, mix together 1 cup of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1⁄4 teaspoon of baking soda, 1⁄2 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 egg, 1 cup of buttermilk, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Have your child help with the whisking and mixing, then let them spoon the batter into the hot skillet.
• Chocolate Chip Pancakes: Add 1⁄4 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips to the classic buttermilk pancake recipe above for a sweet twist on the traditional classic. Kids love helping sprinkle the chocolate chips over the pancakes before they go into the skillet!
• Banana-Nut Pancakes: This recipe is perfect if your little one loves bananas and nuts! Start by mashing 1 ripe banana with a fork until creamy. Next, in a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1⁄2 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 egg, 1 cup of buttermilk, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Then add the mashed banana to the mix and stir until combined. Lastly, have your child sprinkle 1⁄4 cup of chopped walnuts into the batter and stir one last time.
These easy recipes are perfect for getting your kids involved and making delicious pancakes for Pancake Day!
Decorating and Topping Ideas
Pancake Day is all about the fun of creating, decorating, and indulging in a delicious stack of pancakes. Get your kids involved by helping them to come up with fun ideas for decorating and topping their pancakes. Here are some great suggestions:
- Sprinkles and chocolate chips are always a favourite - top off your pancakes with these to add a sweet treat to your breakfast.
- Create edible art with sliced strawberries or bananas - arrange them into pictures or spell out words with the fruit.
- Get creative with coloured syrups, sauces, and jams - swirl them around on the pancakes to make unique patterns.
- Make savoury pancakes with ingredients like cheese, bacon, and herbs - let your kids experiment with different flavour combinations.
- Toast some coconut flakes and top your pancakes with a sprinkle of this nutty treat.
- For a special treat, try melting some marshmallows on your pancakes for a gooey finish.
- Add a crunchy element by sprinkling chopped nuts over the top.
- Get creative and create fun shapes from pancake batter - you could make hearts, stars, or even animals!
No matter how you decorate and top your pancakes, have fun with them and get the whole family involved!
Games and Activities
Pancake Day is a great excuse to get your kids involved in the kitchen. But there's more to the day than just cooking! To get your little ones excited, why not try out some fun games and activities?
• Pancake Relay: Set up a mini obstacle course and challenge each child to run around the course while flipping their pancake simultaneously. The first one to make it back with their pancake intact wins!
• Pancake Toss: Get two players to stand about five feet apart. They then have to toss the pancake back and forth as often as possible before it touches the ground.
• Pancake Flip-Off: Draw a line on the ground or set up a rope as a start line. Give each participant their pan, and the person who flips their pancake the farthest wins.
• Pancake Puzzles: Cut pancakes into different shapes, then challenge kids to reassemble them into the correct shapes.
• Pancake Races: Set up a small race track in your backyard and let the kids take turns running with a pancake in hand. Whoever finishes first wins!
These are just a few ways to make Pancake Day special for your kids. All you need is a bit of imagination and lots of enthusiasm!