Description
Cheese and ham pancakes are a delightful twist on traditional pancakes, combining savory flavors that everyone loves. Fluffy and golden, these pancakes are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dinner. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of crispy edges and soft centers, making them irresistible. Easy to make and versatile, you can customize them with your favorite cheeses or herbs. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this simple yet delicious recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup whole milk (or almond/soy milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup diced cooked ham (or bacon)
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add the milk and eggs; whisk until smooth to create a lump-free batter.
- Gently fold in the shredded cheese and diced ham, being careful not to overmix.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt butter until bubbling.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top (about 3-4 minutes).
- Flip pancakes carefully and cook until golden brown on both sides (another 2-3 minutes).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Let the batter rest for about 10 minutes for fluffier pancakes. Experiment by replacing ham with crispy bacon or adding herbs like chives for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze between layers of parchment paper.