Description
Delight in a fun and unique twist on traditional pancakes with these Chocolate Pancake Spaghetti. Made with crushed Oreos incorporated into the batter and cooked in a spiral pattern on the skillet, these pancakes mimic spaghetti strands for a playful breakfast treat. They’re topped with Oreo crumbs and a drizzle of maple syrup, perfect for chocolate lovers looking for an inventive morning meal.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 Cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 10 Oreo cookies
Wet Ingredients
- 1 Cup milk
- ¼ Cup cream
- 1 egg
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 Tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium heat, ensuring it is evenly heated for cooking the pancakes.
- Grind the Oreos: Place the 10 Oreo cookies into a food processor and grind them into a fine powder. Alternatively, put the Oreos in a Ziploc bag and crush them with a rolling pin. Set aside 2 tablespoons of this crushed Oreo powder for garnish.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and the remaining crushed Oreos. Stir to blend the dry ingredients evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, cream, egg, vanilla extract, and the melted butter until smooth and combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until the batter is smooth without lumps.
- Prepare to Cook: Transfer the pancake batter into a squeeze bottle, piping bag, or a Ziploc bag with a small corner cut off, which will allow you to create the spaghetti-like shapes.
- Form Pancake Spaghetti: Squeeze the batter onto the heated skillet in a zig zag or spiral pattern to mimic spaghetti strands.
- Cover and Cook: Cover the pancake shapes with a stainless steel bowl to trap heat and steam. Cook for 2 minutes until the batter sets.
- Flip Gently: Carefully flip each pancake spaghetti portion and cook for an additional 1 minute to cook through the other side.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the cooked pancake spaghetti onto a plate or bowl. Sprinkle with reserved Oreo crumbs and drizzle with maple syrup to finish.
Notes
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Adjust the heat as needed to avoid burning the pancakes.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and cream with plant-based alternatives, and use a dairy-free butter substitute.
- The squeeze bottle or piping bag helps create thin, spaghetti-like strands for a fun presentation.
- These pancakes are best served immediately while warm and fresh.
