Breakfast for dinner nights was unusual but memorable in my childhood home. It seemed like a celebration on those wonderful evenings when my mom declared we were eating pancakes for dinner instead of our typical meal.
Those were exciting nights filled with a feeling of defying convention dinner seemed especially special since it was something so often connected with the morning. I used to like and find it unique as I sat at the table anticipating the stack of warm, fluffy pancakes covered in syrup.
But the allure of having breakfast for supper has worn off as an adult. Since I am an adult, I may now eat whatever I want for supper, including pancakes or waffles.
But now that the enthusiasm has subsided, “sensible” meals like salads and grilled chicken have occurred. Breakfast for dinner nights just doesn’t have the same excitement they previously had when the element of surprise is absent.
That is until I came into a popular TikTok video that made me fall in love with ice cream pancakes for dinner instead of breakfast. You did hear correctly. I was immediately transported back to my childhood pancake meals when I saw a video posted by Squashed pickle, a.k.a. the Snack Queen, on TikTok.
However, there was an interesting twist. Her recipe called for just two basic ingredients ice cream and self-rising flour and claimed to produce the fluffiest pancakes ever. I had to give it a try for myself.
The Popular Pancake Ice Cream Trick
I’ve seen my fair share of inventive food hacks when scrolling through TikTok, but this one immediately drew my eye. This short and straightforward film had no elaborate techniques or convoluted directions. Just some self-rising flour, one scoop of ice cream, and two ingredients. The assurance? The most delicious and fluffy pancakes you’ve ever had.
This widely shared pancake trick made me think of another well-liked cooking craze that went viral a few years ago: ice cream bread. However, for some reason, ice cream pancakes seemed like a simpler and more alluring form of ice cream bread.
Pancakes that taste like ice cream are appealing to everybody. It was the ideal balance of pleasure and nostalgia, so I knew I had to try it immediately.
The Recipe’s Simplicity
Upon conducting a brief Google search for “ice cream pancakes,” I discovered other variants of the recipe, some of which included additional components like sugar or eggs. However, I was determined to follow the original TikTok recipe that I came upon, as it had amassed over a million views. It was as easy as it gets, consisting only of self-rising flour and ice cream.
As the video said, pancakes that were light and fluffy and required no work seemed like the perfect breakfast or dinner. With a stack of delicious ice cream pancakes in front of me, I could immediately see the delicate sweetness of the ice cream melting in each bite.
My Attempt at Pancakes with Ice Cream
The thought of creating these pancakes excited me, so I picked a tub of vanilla ice cream and set to work. Since the video didn’t say which ice cream to use, I started with the traditional vanilla flavor.
The recipe called for combining one cup of self-rising flour with one scoop of ice cream, but as soon as I mixed the two, I noticed the batter was much too dry. Pancakes were not going to form from that combination.
I decided to modify the recipe and added three more scoops of ice cream until the mixture began to resemble pancake batter. Once I had the proper consistency, I preheated my skillet, coated it with cooking spray, and added my first round of ice cream pancakes.
I couldn’t help but feel a bit dubious while I waited for them to cook. Would the fluffy promise made in the TikTok video about these pancakes come true? After a few minutes, I turned them over and cooked them until they were golden brown on both sides. The pancakes looked promising, even if they didn’t quite like my mom’s classic pancakes. They were thick, just like the video had shown.
What Was the Result of Them?
The decision? As promised, these pancakes had really fluffy middles. They were a little too thick, though, for my taste. The taste more than made up for the texture’s deviation from my expectations. The pancakes were exceptionally moist and tasty, tasting just like vanilla ice cream. I seldom need to add syrup to pancakes because they are usually sweet and tasty.
One of the recipe’s finest features is the ability to completely customize the ice cream taste. Any type of ice cream may be used to vary things up and put a fresh spin on classic pancakes. I could envision cookie dough ice cream as a whimsical twist on chocolate chip pancakes or strawberry ice cream pancakes as a fun, fruity variation.
Even though the pancakes were fine, I tried the batter in my little waffle machine. And this was a game-changer, I tell you. The waffles turned out lighter and fluffier than the pancakes because the ice cream waffle batter cooked fast and evenly in the waffle iron.
They were crunchy on the outside, delicate and airy within, and browned wonderfully on both sides. Because the waffles were cooked more uniformly and had a more balanced texture, I liked them over the pancakes.
How to Make Ice Cream Pancakes with Just Two Ingredients
To experience this popular recipe for ice cream pancakes at home, follow these instructions:
Ingredients:
- Two cups of your favorite flavor of ice cream
- Self-rising flour, one cup
Guidelines:
- Mix the flour and ice cream in a bowl until a homogeneous batter develops. If the batter seems too dry, add one scoop of ice cream at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Apply cooking spray to a small skillet and heat it over medium heat. Pour a little batter into the skillet and cook for two to three minutes or until the bottom is browned.
- When the pancake is cooked through on all sides, flip it over and cook for two to three more minutes. Use the leftover mixture to create three to four pancakes.
- Before serving, let the pancakes cool somewhat. Then, serve them with butter, syrup, or whipped cream if you’d like.
Conclusion
Ice cream pancakes are a brilliant and entertaining idea for a special brunch, a kid’s sleepover, or even a fun birthday gift. This unique dish uses ice cream instead of more conventional components like eggs and milk. You may experiment with a wide variety of tastes.
I thought the pancakes’ texture was a little thick, but the outcomes were much better when I cooked the same batter in a waffle iron. Eating the waffles was more pleasurable since they were lighter and fluffier. I suggest experimenting with this dish’s pancake and waffle variations to discover which you like best.
Even though I loved ice cream pancakes, I can’t help but feel nostalgic for the traditional pancake recipe my parents made for me growing up. Something about those classic pancakes made from scratch and drizzled with syrup will always have a special place in my heart. But ice cream pancakes are a great way to add a sweet and delicious touch to breakfast.
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