Hey there, fellow supermoms! I know the struggle is real when it comes to finding something that pleases those little picky eaters in the morning. I mean, seriously, why do they suddenly become gourmet food critics at breakfast time? But worry not, because I’ve got a breakfast hack that will have them begging for more. And yes, it involves bacon grease!
Picture this: You’re in your cozy pajamas, surrounded by chaos, and the “what’s for breakfast” question hits you like a ton of bricks. But you’re not about to let those hungry kiddos down. Oh no, not today!
So, if you’re like me and making pancakes from scratch isn’t exactly your idea of a leisurely morning, don’t worry – there’s no shame in grabbing a bag of premade mix. You can still be the breakfast superhero your family deserves. Plus, this recipe is by no means super healthy, but oh mama, does it taste good!
Now, let’s talk about the secret ingredient that will make your pancakes the stuff of legend: bacon grease. Yes, you heard me right. Cooking pancakes in bacon grease can infuse them with a deliciously smoky and savory flavor that will leave your little ones (and you) grinning from ear to ear.
Here’s the scoop on how to make these lip-smacking bacon grease pancakes:
Ingredients:
- Bacon strips (enough to produce about 1/4 cup of bacon grease)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the bacon: Start your morning adventure by sizzling those bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat. Cook ’em until they’re crispy, which should take about 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and let it chill on a paper towel-lined plate to say goodbye to any excess grease. But don’t you dare say goodbye to that delicious bacon grease in the skillet – we need it!
- Measure the grease: Pour that liquid gold, aka bacon grease, into a measuring cup to see how much you’ve got. You’re aiming for about 1/4 cup of this liquid magic. If you’re a bit short, you can top it up with melted butter or vegetable oil to hit that magical mark.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. It’s like creating your own little pancake party mix!
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk (or regular milk), egg, and vanilla extract (if you’re feeling fancy). And don’t worry if your bacon grease has cooled down and solidified – just give it a little warm-up until it’s liquid again, but not scorching hot.
- Mix the batter: Pour those wet ingredients into the dry ones and give it a gentle stir until they’re just pals. Don’t get carried away with the mixing; a few lumps in the batter are perfectly acceptable. If your bacon grease is still a bit toasty, add it to the batter slowly while stirring to avoid giving your egg a surprise heatwave.
- Cook the pancakes: Now, preheat your skillet or griddle with that reserved bacon grease over medium heat. When it’s hot, ladle out the pancake batter to form pancakes in whatever size tickles your fancy. Cook ’em until you spot bubbles making a little appearance on the surface and the edges look like they’re getting all comfy, usually about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip and finish: Carefully flip each pancake with a spatula and let the other side get all golden brown and scrumptious, which should take another 1-2 minutes.
- Serve: The moment of truth has arrived! Serve those bacon grease pancakes piping hot and top them with butter, maple syrup, and the crispy bacon bits you cooked earlier. Oh, sweet deliciousness!
And there you have it, a breakfast that’ll make you the reigning champion of the kitchen and the family hero all at once. Enjoy your scrumptious bacon grease pancakes with a twist that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds!
