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Tasty Dr. Seuss Rainbow Pancake Spiral Pops

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A playful twist on traditional pancakes featuring vibrant, swirling rainbow colors piped into spiral shapes on sticks. Perfect for kids’ breakfasts, parties, and fun family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups milk (dairy-free milk optional)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Food coloring gels or natural alternatives like beet juice, turmeric, spirulina powder, and blueberry juice
  • Wooden popsicle sticks or skewers
  • Non-stick spray or extra butter for the griddle

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter (10 minutes): In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. In another bowl, combine 1 ¼ cups milk, 1 large egg, 3 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir gently until just combined. Batter should be slightly lumpy but mixed through—overmixing can lead to tough pancakes.
  2. Divide and Color the Batter (5 minutes): Split the batter evenly into 5 small bowls. Add a few drops of different food coloring gels (red, orange, yellow, green, blue) into each bowl and stir until the colors are vibrant and smooth. Use natural colorings if preferred. Be careful not to add too much liquid coloring to avoid thinning the batter.
  3. Fill Your Squeeze Bottles or Bags (5 minutes): Transfer each colored batter into individual squeeze bottles or zip-top bags with the tip snipped off. This will help you pipe the spiral shapes neatly.
  4. Preheat the Griddle (5 minutes): Heat your griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat (about 350°F or 175°C). Lightly grease with butter or non-stick spray. A well-heated griddle ensures even cooking and golden edges.
  5. Create the Spiral Pops (15-20 minutes): Start by piping a small circle of one color batter directly onto the griddle, about 3 inches (7.5 cm) wide. Immediately swirl the next color in a spiral around it, followed by the next colors, layering to create a rainbow spiral effect. Carefully insert a wooden stick into the side of the pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and edges look set. Flip carefully using a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown a…
  6. Cool and Serve: Transfer the cooked pops to a wire rack to cool slightly. This keeps them crisp and prevents sogginess. Serve warm with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without thinning the batter. If batter is too thick for piping, add a splash of milk. Keep griddle temperature medium to medium-low to avoid burning or undercooking. Pipe smaller circles first and build spirals outward for best results. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 2 days or freeze up to 1 month.

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