Fluffy pancakes with cherry soda, playful monster decorations, and kid-friendly toppings for a colorful breakfast.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1 1/4 cups cherry soda
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - Few drops red or pink food coloring (optional)
→ Decorations
12 - 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
13 - 1/4 cup chocolate chips
14 - Candy eyes or colored sprinkles (optional)
15 - Whipped cream, to serve
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl until fully combined.
02 - Whisk cherry soda, whole milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and food coloring (if using) in a separate bowl until blended smoothly.
03 - Pour wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients. Gently mix until just combined; do not overmix. Some lumps should remain for best texture.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease surface with butter or oil.
05 - Ladle 1/3 cup portions of batter onto preheated skillet. Cook until bubbles form and edges set, about 2–3 minutes. Flip and continue to cook for 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
06 - Arrange pancakes on plates, decorating immediately while warm with mini marshmallows and chocolate chips for 'monster eyes.' Sprinkle with candy eyes or colored sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately with whipped cream.
