Crispy Lion Pancakes: No Special Tools Required

Make Crispy Lion Pancakes with golden edges and fluffy inside. No special tools required. After making these many times, I discovered the trick to perfect lion-shaped pancakes every time. The crispy edges and soft middle will make your family beg for these. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa and Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese.

What You'll Need for Crispy Lion Pancakes: No Special Tools Required

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Optional: Maple syrup
• Optional: Fresh berries
• Optional: Whipped cream

How to Make Crispy Lion Pancakes: No Special Tools Required

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. Step 2: Make a well in the center and pour in milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix until just combined.
3. Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.
4. Step 4: Pour batter into a lion-shaped pancake mold or free-form for regular pancakes. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Step 5: Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Serve with your favorite toppings.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Lion Pancakes: No Special Tools Required

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the batter the night before and store in the fridge. Cook as directed the next morning.

Freezing Crispy Lion Pancakes: No Special Tools Required

Freeze cooked pancakes for up to 2 months. Reheat in the toaster oven or microwave.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F and reheat pancakes for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
• Best substitution: Substitute buttermilk for the milk for a tangier flavor.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the batter the night before and store in the fridge. Cook as directed the next morning.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk. If it's too thin, add a bit more flour.

Crispy Lion Pancakes: No Special Tools Required

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Prep

5 mins

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Cook

10 mins

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Total

15 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free option

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Seasonings

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Optional Toppings

• Maple syrup
• Fresh berries
• Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. Step 2: Make a well in the center and pour in milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix until just combined.
3. Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.
4. Step 4: Pour batter into a lion-shaped pancake mold or free-form for regular pancakes. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Step 5: Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
• Best substitution: Substitute buttermilk for the milk for a tangier flavor.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the batter the night before and store in the fridge. Cook as directed the next morning.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk. If it's too thin, add a bit more flour.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked pancakes for up to 2 months. Reheat in the toaster oven or microwave.
• Oven reheat: Preheat oven to 350°F and reheat pancakes for 5-7 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
• Make ahead: Prepare the batter the night before and store in the fridge. Cook as directed the next morning.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 10g
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 42g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Cholesterol: 90mg
• Sat. Fat: 4g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Lion Pancakes: No Special Tools Required and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!