Apparently today is National Blueberry Pancake Day. Who knew?! Pancakes are one of those familiar comfort foods. Brian and I make them sometimes for dinner when we are too tired to cook a “real meal.” In honor of National Blueberry Pancake Day (who comes up with these things?), here’s a little pancake inspiration.
via Betty Crocker
My favorite pancake recipe, believe it or not, comes straight off the Bisquick box. I am not usually a “box” kind of person but these pancakes are really tasty and super easy to make. Check out the recipe below. I usually sprinkle in a few blueberries when making them.
Good pancakes need really good syrup. I am dying to try Mikuni Wild Harvest‘s new maple syrups. I am not sure I could pick just one; the the bourbon maple syrup (Noble Tonic Number One) and the tahitian vanilla bean & egyptian chamomile blossom maple syrup (Noble Tonic Number Two) both sound so good.
fruit salad via Food Network
To round out your pancakes and syrup, try a fruit salad. I love adding a little mint when I make mine — similar to the recipe below.
Wishing all of you a very happy Blueberry Pancake Day!
Melt in Your Mouth Pancakes (via Betty Crocker)
| 2 | cups Original Bisquick® mix |
| 1 | cup milk |
| 1 | tablespoon sugar |
| 2 | tablespoons lemon juice |
| 2 | teaspoons baking powder |
| 2 | eggs |
- Heat griddle or skillet over medium-high heat or electric griddle to 375°F; grease with cooking spray, vegetable oil or shortening. (Surface is ready when a few drops of water sprinkled on it dance and disappear.)
- Stir all ingredients until blended. Pour by slightly less than 1/4 cupfuls onto hot griddle.
- Cook until edges are dry. Turn; cook until golden. To keep warm, place in single layer on cookie sheet. Cover with aluminum foil, and place in 200°F oven up to 10 minutes.
Minted Fruit Salad (via Food Network)
- 10 cups assorted fresh fruit, such as cantaloupe, honeydew, papaya, pineapple, mango, strawberries, and seedless red grapes, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 lime, juiced (about 1/4 cup)
- 2 tablespoons orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
Place cut fruit in a large bowl. Mix lime juice and liqueur together and pour over fruit. Sprinkle with mint and toss well. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 day.
