Add some festive fun to your breakfast table with these adorable Christmas Pancakes Shaped Like Rudolph! They’re easy to make, oh-so-cute, and perfect for getting everyone in the holiday spirit. Let’s bring Christmas to life on your plate with these super cute Rudolf pancakes.

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Why Make Rudolf Pancakes

Why make Rudolph pancakes? Because nothing says Christmas morning like a plate of joy! These festive pancakes are not just adorable—they’re a fun way to bring holiday cheer to your breakfast table. Perfect for kids and grown-ups alike, they’re a delightful way to start the day and make memories in the kitchen!

Ingredients

For Pancakes

Milk: For a smooth and creamy batter.
Flour: The base for fluffy pancakes.
Egg: To hold everything together.
Butter: Adds richness and golden edges.
Pinch of Salt: Enhances the flavor.
Bacon: Perfect for Rudolph’s antlers.

For Decoration:

Chocolate Drops: For the perfect finishing touch as pupils.
Grapes: The cutest little Rudolph nose.
Marshmallows: To make those big, bright eyes.

How To Make Christmas Pancakes

Milk, eggs, flour and vanilla extract in a bowl.

Step One: Start by mixing all the liquid ingredients (like milk, eggs, and vanilla extract) in a cup. Then, add flour gradually while stirring to combine.

Step Two: Beat the mixture until it’s smooth and there are no lumps left. The batter should be nice and creamy.

Step Three: Heat a pan and melt some butter. Cook one large pancake to make the deer’s face. Next make a smaller round pancake for the deer’s nose followed by two small triangle-shaped pancakes for the deer’s ears.

Step Four: In a separate pan, cook strips of bacon until crispy. These will become the deer’s antlers.

Deer face christmas pancake for breakfast.

Step Five: Place the large pancake on a plate to form the face. Place the smaller pancake on top to make the nose. Use a grape or a small red fruit (like a cherry) for the nose. Add marshmallows with chocolate chips on top of the large pancake to make the eyes. Arrange the crispy bacon strips on top of the head to form the antlers and the triangle pancakes as ears on the sides.

Step Six: Your adorable Christmas pancake deer is ready! Serve it fresh and enjoy this festive breakfast treat.

Deer face pancake for christmas breakfast.

Expert Tips

Cook the Bacon First: Fry the bacon strips until crispy before starting the pancakes. Let them cool slightly so they hold their shape as antlers.
Keep Pancakes Warm: If you’re making multiple pancakes, place them on a baking sheet in a low oven to keep them warm while you finish cooking and decorating.
Let the Kids Help: Decorating is the best part! Let your little ones add the nose, eyes, and antlers for a fun family activity that makes breakfast extra special.

Variations

Chocolate Chip Pancakes: Add chocolate chips to the batter for a sweet surprise in every bite.
Cinnamon Spice Pancakes: Mix a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg into the batter for a warm, festive flavor.
Gluten-Free Rudolph: Use your favorite gluten-free flour blend to make this recipe accessible for everyone at the table.
Berry Antlers: Swap the bacon for thin slices of strawberries or raspberries for a fruity twist on Rudolph’s antlers.
Nutty Rudolph: Use almond or peanut butter to create details like a nose or add flavor to the batter.

What To Serve With Christmas Pancakes?

Fresh Berries: Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, or a mix.
Whipped Cream: A dollop of freshly whipped cream adds a touch of indulgence.
Fruit Salad: A refreshing mix of fruits like pomegranate, kiwi fruit, orange segments, apple slices, and grapes.
Hot Chocolate: Serve with whipped cream or marshmallows for a cozy, festive drink.

FAQ’S

Can I Make Pancakes Ahead Of Time?

Yes! Cook the pancakes and let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat them in the microwave or on a skillet before decorating.

What Can I Use Instead Of Bacon For Antlers?

You can get creative! Pretzel sticks, thin slices of fruit like strawberries, or even strips of chocolate make great alternatives.

Can I Make Christmas Pancakes Dairy-Free?

Absolutely! Swap the milk for a non-dairy alternative like almond or oat milk, and use a plant-based butter substitute. The pancakes will still be fluffy and delicious!

Christmas Pancakes Breakfast

These festive pancakes are soft and fluffy, perfect for a cozy, Christmas morning breakfast!

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Serving Size Servings

Ingredients

1 Cup Milk
1 12 Cup Flour
1 Bacon
1 Egg
1 Tbsp Butter
A pinch of salt

For decoration

Grape
Marshmallows
Chocolate drops

Instructions

Start by mixing all the liquid ingredients (like milk, eggs, and vanilla extract) in a cup. Then, add flour gradually while stirring to combine.
Beat the mixture until it's smooth and there are no lumps left. The batter should be nice and creamy.
First, cook one large pancake to make the deer's face.
Next, fry a smaller round pancake for the deer's nose. Finally, fry a couple of small triangle-shaped pancakes for the deer's ears.
Place the large pancake on a plate to form the face. Place the smaller pancake on top to make the nose.
Use a grape or a small red fruit (like a cherry) for the nose.
Add marshmallows with chocolate chips on top of the large pancake to make the eyes.
Arrange the crispy bacon strips on top of the head to form the antlers. Add the triangle pancakes as ears on the sides.

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Notes

Cook the Bacon First: Fry the bacon strips until crispy before starting the pancakes. Let them cool slightly so they hold their shape as antlers.

Keep Pancakes Warm: If you’re making multiple pancakes, place them on a baking sheet in a low oven to keep them warm while you finish cooking and decorating.

Let the Kids Help: Decorating is the best part! Let your little ones add the nose, eyes, and antlers for a fun family activity that makes breakfast extra special.