You can enjoy peach, blueberry, or chocolate chip pancakes from the comfort of your kitchen. You don't have to eat out at Ihop or other restaurants in order to eat specialty pancakes.
![Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2pHafFXeHJGiQLkeOZCEm1_HBRaqq_X19nztPdX3a2x0YyrpBAT4Al0ukMPrF9I__EvrkH9uieP8kLYRZTRx9QAbWr3v2R0eRRvMBQLRea3EmJN7HqBZvzTSfGu_uCyYj1SNYh0hySxc/s1600/simple-buttermilk-pancakes.jpg)
Aside from serving up simple buttermilk pancakes, I enjoy mixing things up. The two obvious areas for mixing things up are (1) the batter for making the pancakes and/or (2) the toppings that are served with the pancakes.
The batter recipe is basically the same for all of them. I either make them from an off-the-shelf brands like Aunt Jemima or from scratch as from a prior post that can be seen here.
The basic scratch recipe that I use is the following. From there, I change things up depending on what I'm in the mood for or what's available in the kitchen.
![Pancake Mixed with Bacon Bits](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz78tJkEZka_uv1-rWClRUhDNtKlDLTmUTWwGOguxvi22lC7IN9z1qqgLXMK-enr-UD9AJ3tsrFzew-sUEy02KoVEAvSNnLsbNtw2EhSyxqCWDvEbMSVoHbxN093mrrTMhJnlxOoeVezY/s1600/bacon-pancakes.jpg)
Crumbled bacon into small bits and mix in the pancake batter.
![Tasty #Blueberry in Pancakes. Click For More Pancake Ideas](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBGUHR9TvlFmmoWBbPjuDtxo150NyM_rGMPxzy6KKnRrFEai-rR-3TVzoJsF0zULrh1BKhzCDK_PYgyiiOlerRO_5YLBHtlWa5bMTbd9lm9CdN97FwgcGI6J_MTR5ddZjYkaQ-5FLRlI8/s1600/blueberry-pancakes.jpg)
Mix blueberries in the batter before cooking.
![Chocolate Pancakes](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB-S-PlWA9DpA9vF1tGUkuNcbuHkmwqhDoZjzhAYqBc_QDTeBuriIWNJiQA_deyjMqirEczTSCBgU-DselejI71g9IM6rZgeDXq8ERctOzFlvo7_-BGEse8qIE_cprpRolswyHIz0DeMc/s1600/Chocolate+Pancakes.jpg)
Add 1/3 cup cocoa powder to the batter. Pour Hershey's syrup on top for chocolate-on-chocolate action.
The next few pancakes have various toppings and making them could be as simple as chopping up fruits or laying berries on top.
![Pancakes with Powdered Sugar and Chocolate Chips](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDSSsUmK3Vlb6UJxXyd9Gc4UqsQPrgmqeVdr6dNN-OV6xALJClb5jAWQFbjkQ7Zis1HOan7eVGGKbihjuq5R0RMz5fTiDPKk8JrCeLftMTt4hRo49CUm3qSEf687lhZbg057nnAGpkcUQ/s1600/Chocolate+Chip+Pancakes.jpg)
Buttermilk pancakes topped with chocolate chips and powdered sugar. Maple or other pancake syrup can be added for those who need more sugar.
![Pancakes Topped with Cottage Cheese and Strawberries](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtwj_Jg2jltG95aEJVf88dBlj-pClgSlfIDpjpMc2-T3PoWUJJN1TINw5aQmJS1EOxm-VW4lkXV3FsZJyIS1UszWUeH_mwGb4mfYPnpMKkRVebIhfZhQr4LVqOgkKxE6Syv3IwJDSPmBQ/s1600/cottage-cheese.jpg)
Fruits are always great for breakfast and fantastic source of vitamins and antioxidants. Then add cottage cheese as a source of protein, calcium and Vitamin B-12. And you'll have a delightful breakfast. Fruits will provide the natural sweetness for the pancakes; thus, syrup is not needed.
![Pancakes Topped with Slices of Peach](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD5GxIpU2AvJlkJLv26R7HMEOCeSfe5Gw7mRZvr1S4TFrCKIQKyBcVQ0SJapH71dUwD_BQhO3uaR2r3Vwfxgh8PFtyVXdClrR_ac-eARngW5Grr04V8UuvHQDA0gdS1C4lKL0QFRYufBM/s1600/peach-pancakes.jpg)
Peach is an amazing source of vitamins A, C, and more. Additionally, this fruit also provides fiber and potassium. Not to mention that they taste great for breakfast.
![Pancakes Topped w/ Raspberries and Syrup](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZlKGUWUhUvUVmjLxSHBgQdZvL_v6oeFmWq8HCi7cZRi-bkvUuICO7c5fZ0Gk35ti9VhFpJxzSiocvrAP0gaQV0md70HwqmGEj4khv13eU_X2ExeDjlHZUTgwwO4U3i_nbI-oJk-bjXM8/s1600/raspberry-pancakes.jpg)
Raspberries have plenty of benefits. Not only are they a potent source of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidant, but raspberries are also known for helping against arthritis. Most importantly, they taste great, especially with pancakes.
![Cinnamon Roll Pancakes](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4hCw7PofaXU220XQTZkLnK_H5CWhy7lC-s4z-HZxc2KIcn7OQNqUtgS3c4adr0gVaq8edH80Zmc7knpVNcKhSBDDB3DMzC76Guj9PboF2u919Ftw6IML-_SjY-omv4l2Bn6GTPWzlapg/s1600/Cinnamon+Roll+Pancakes.jpg)
![Double Decker: Chocolate and Buttermilk Pancakes Topped with Chocolate Ice Cream Drizzled with Chocolate Syrup and Powdered Sugar with Strawberries on the Side](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjDtjUXD0J2GAxTuqym1S_gjC5TawRB7pfqGFAPOACeNmnRcaiUihD1OeFgxgJd-myaNj-uVo7O7qHhQP2hElsMfSW9jDP8VOK7U_TU6J0UMV-pBzFRxoW9vj_ZJ93DhJxjdk37FOtF9c/s1600/choc-buttermilk-pancakes.jpg)
For when you want to pack it in and indulge.
Lastly, let's not forget cinnamon roll pancake. See my post on these sugary delight at http://foodfunhappiness.blogspot.com/2013/07/delicious-cinnabun-pancakes-recipe.html
![Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2pHafFXeHJGiQLkeOZCEm1_HBRaqq_X19nztPdX3a2x0YyrpBAT4Al0ukMPrF9I__EvrkH9uieP8kLYRZTRx9QAbWr3v2R0eRRvMBQLRea3EmJN7HqBZvzTSfGu_uCyYj1SNYh0hySxc/s1600/simple-buttermilk-pancakes.jpg)
Aside from serving up simple buttermilk pancakes, I enjoy mixing things up. The two obvious areas for mixing things up are (1) the batter for making the pancakes and/or (2) the toppings that are served with the pancakes.
The batter recipe is basically the same for all of them. I either make them from an off-the-shelf brands like Aunt Jemima or from scratch as from a prior post that can be seen here.
The basic scratch recipe that I use is the following. From there, I change things up depending on what I'm in the mood for or what's available in the kitchen.
Buttermilk Pancake Batter
Ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 2 tbsp butter
Bacon-flavored Pancakes
![Pancake Mixed with Bacon Bits](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz78tJkEZka_uv1-rWClRUhDNtKlDLTmUTWwGOguxvi22lC7IN9z1qqgLXMK-enr-UD9AJ3tsrFzew-sUEy02KoVEAvSNnLsbNtw2EhSyxqCWDvEbMSVoHbxN093mrrTMhJnlxOoeVezY/s1600/bacon-pancakes.jpg)
Crumbled bacon into small bits and mix in the pancake batter.
Blueberry Pancakes
![Tasty #Blueberry in Pancakes. Click For More Pancake Ideas](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBGUHR9TvlFmmoWBbPjuDtxo150NyM_rGMPxzy6KKnRrFEai-rR-3TVzoJsF0zULrh1BKhzCDK_PYgyiiOlerRO_5YLBHtlWa5bMTbd9lm9CdN97FwgcGI6J_MTR5ddZjYkaQ-5FLRlI8/s1600/blueberry-pancakes.jpg)
Mix blueberries in the batter before cooking.
Chocolate Pancakes
![Chocolate Pancakes](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB-S-PlWA9DpA9vF1tGUkuNcbuHkmwqhDoZjzhAYqBc_QDTeBuriIWNJiQA_deyjMqirEczTSCBgU-DselejI71g9IM6rZgeDXq8ERctOzFlvo7_-BGEse8qIE_cprpRolswyHIz0DeMc/s1600/Chocolate+Pancakes.jpg)
Add 1/3 cup cocoa powder to the batter. Pour Hershey's syrup on top for chocolate-on-chocolate action.
The next few pancakes have various toppings and making them could be as simple as chopping up fruits or laying berries on top.
Chocolate Chips on Pancakes
![Pancakes with Powdered Sugar and Chocolate Chips](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDSSsUmK3Vlb6UJxXyd9Gc4UqsQPrgmqeVdr6dNN-OV6xALJClb5jAWQFbjkQ7Zis1HOan7eVGGKbihjuq5R0RMz5fTiDPKk8JrCeLftMTt4hRo49CUm3qSEf687lhZbg057nnAGpkcUQ/s1600/Chocolate+Chip+Pancakes.jpg)
Buttermilk pancakes topped with chocolate chips and powdered sugar. Maple or other pancake syrup can be added for those who need more sugar.
Cottage Cheese and Strawberries on Pancakes
![Pancakes Topped with Cottage Cheese and Strawberries](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtwj_Jg2jltG95aEJVf88dBlj-pClgSlfIDpjpMc2-T3PoWUJJN1TINw5aQmJS1EOxm-VW4lkXV3FsZJyIS1UszWUeH_mwGb4mfYPnpMKkRVebIhfZhQr4LVqOgkKxE6Syv3IwJDSPmBQ/s1600/cottage-cheese.jpg)
Fruits are always great for breakfast and fantastic source of vitamins and antioxidants. Then add cottage cheese as a source of protein, calcium and Vitamin B-12. And you'll have a delightful breakfast. Fruits will provide the natural sweetness for the pancakes; thus, syrup is not needed.
Peach on top of Pancakes
![Pancakes Topped with Slices of Peach](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD5GxIpU2AvJlkJLv26R7HMEOCeSfe5Gw7mRZvr1S4TFrCKIQKyBcVQ0SJapH71dUwD_BQhO3uaR2r3Vwfxgh8PFtyVXdClrR_ac-eARngW5Grr04V8UuvHQDA0gdS1C4lKL0QFRYufBM/s1600/peach-pancakes.jpg)
Peach is an amazing source of vitamins A, C, and more. Additionally, this fruit also provides fiber and potassium. Not to mention that they taste great for breakfast.
Raspberry with Pancakes
![Pancakes Topped w/ Raspberries and Syrup](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZlKGUWUhUvUVmjLxSHBgQdZvL_v6oeFmWq8HCi7cZRi-bkvUuICO7c5fZ0Gk35ti9VhFpJxzSiocvrAP0gaQV0md70HwqmGEj4khv13eU_X2ExeDjlHZUTgwwO4U3i_nbI-oJk-bjXM8/s1600/raspberry-pancakes.jpg)
Raspberries have plenty of benefits. Not only are they a potent source of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidant, but raspberries are also known for helping against arthritis. Most importantly, they taste great, especially with pancakes.
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
![Cinnamon Roll Pancakes](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4hCw7PofaXU220XQTZkLnK_H5CWhy7lC-s4z-HZxc2KIcn7OQNqUtgS3c4adr0gVaq8edH80Zmc7knpVNcKhSBDDB3DMzC76Guj9PboF2u919Ftw6IML-_SjY-omv4l2Bn6GTPWzlapg/s1600/Cinnamon+Roll+Pancakes.jpg)
Double Decker: Chocolate and Buttermilk Pancakes Topped with Chocolate Ice Cream Drizzled with Chocolate Syrup and Powdered Sugar with Strawberries on the Side
![Double Decker: Chocolate and Buttermilk Pancakes Topped with Chocolate Ice Cream Drizzled with Chocolate Syrup and Powdered Sugar with Strawberries on the Side](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjDtjUXD0J2GAxTuqym1S_gjC5TawRB7pfqGFAPOACeNmnRcaiUihD1OeFgxgJd-myaNj-uVo7O7qHhQP2hElsMfSW9jDP8VOK7U_TU6J0UMV-pBzFRxoW9vj_ZJ93DhJxjdk37FOtF9c/s1600/choc-buttermilk-pancakes.jpg)
For when you want to pack it in and indulge.
Lastly, let's not forget cinnamon roll pancake. See my post on these sugary delight at http://foodfunhappiness.blogspot.com/2013/07/delicious-cinnabun-pancakes-recipe.html