Valentine Breakfast Pancakes (Printable)

Fluffy heart-shaped pancakes topped with sweet strawberries and a drizzle of maple syrup.

# What You Need:

→ Pancake Batter

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→ Strawberry Topping

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→ To Serve

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# Steps:

01 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and homogeneous.
03 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing; small lumps are acceptable and desirable for tender pancakes.
04 - Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl. Set aside to macerate while pancakes cook, allowing natural juices to release.
05 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease surface with butter, adjusting heat as needed to prevent burning.
06 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto skillet. Use heart-shaped mold if desired. Cook until surface bubbles form and edges appear set, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes longer until golden brown and fully cooked through.
07 - Repeat with remaining batter, re-greasing skillet as necessary between batches. Maintain consistent medium heat for uniform results.
08 - Plate warm pancakes topped with macerated strawberries and their juices. Add whipped cream if desired and drizzle with maple syrup. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Hints:

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  • The buttermilk creates the most tender, pillowy texture that melts in your mouth
  • Strawberries macerated in lemon juice become their own sweet syrupy topping
  • Heart shapes turn breakfast into edible romance, no special occasion required
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  • Overmixing the batter creates tough pancakes, so stop as soon as you no longer see dry flour
  • Room temperature buttermilk blends better and produces fluffier results than cold
  • Letting the pan get properly hot prevents sticking and helps the hearts hold their shape
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  • Real buttermilk makes a noticeable difference over milk with vinegar added
  • Melted butter in the batter creates a more tender pancake than oil ever could

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