Over-the-Top Christmas Morning Pancakes

Whimsical layer cakes for breakfast (and lunch and dinner)? Yes! We've transformed six classic Southern cakes into the most magical pancakes and toppings ever. Now get stacking.

Hummingbird Pancakes Recipe

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Hummingbird Pancakes

This showstopping stack has the same flavor profile as the original Hummingbird Cake recipe, and the cream cheese frosting is transformed into a lip-smacking Cream Cheese Anglaise to drizzle on top.

Italian Cream Pancakes Recipe

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Italian Cream Pancakes

Toasted pecans add a gratifying bite to this light breakfast treat.

Carrot Cake Pancakes Recipe

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Carrot Cake Pancakes

Use the small holes of a box grater to finely grate the carrots by hand; if you use a food processor, the carrots will be too wet, making the pancakes dense and less tender.

Red Velvet Pancakes Recipe

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Red Velvet Pancakes

These pancakes are deliciously cake-like - perfect for any morning celebration.

German Chocolate Pancakes Recipe

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German Chocolate Pancakes

We couldn't put down these light and fluffy cakes. The syrup is a looser variation of the classic frosting, but just as decadent.

Caramel Cake Pancakes Recipe

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Caramel Cake Pancakes

Make sure you make an extra big batch of the syrup for these pancakes. You can bottle it, store it, and have it on hand to top anything from ice cream to biscuits.

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