Flip Out! 13 Pancake Recipes to Get Excited About

POPSUGAR Photography | Anna Monette Roberts
POPSUGAR Photography | Anna Monette Roberts

There are plenty of reasons Americans care so passionately for pancakes. First off, pancakes scream Saturday morning. It's a chance to leisurely whip up some batter and hover over the stove to monitor the bubbling stacks. Secondly, few things feel as glorious as flipping a pancake with precision. In addition, I think we all can agree that maple syrup deserves an honorable mention. Pancakes are sometimes just a vehicle for consuming generous gobs of maple syrup. And lastly, we love the versatility of the humble pancake. It's completely appropriate to mix everything from nuts to fruits to our favorite candies into the batter — and these 13 pancakes prove just that.

Buttermilk Pancakes
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Buttermilk Pancakes

Before you can run wild with the various flavors, begin by mastering a classic buttermilk pancakes recipe.

Whole-Wheat Vegan Pancakes
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Whole-Wheat Vegan Pancakes

Let's call these whole-wheat vegan pancakes "weekday pancakes," as they are made from wholesome ingredients and loaded with fruit.

Dominique Ansel's Perfect Pancakes
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Dominique Ansel's Perfect Pancakes

The Cronut maker reimagined breakfast with these pancake cones topped with Nutella. However, even if you don't want to make the cones, you can get your hands on Dominique Ansel's Perfect Pancakes recipe.

Funfetti Pancakes
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Funfetti Pancakes

Lovers of sprinkles and cake batter will get a kick out of these colorful funfetti pancakes.

Banana Nut Pancakes
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Banana Nut Pancakes

Who needs the muffins when you can make banana nut pancakes?

Vegan Gingerbread Pancakes
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Vegan Gingerbread Pancakes

Even those abstaining from dairy and eggs can enjoy these seasonal stacks.

Pancake Lasagna
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Pancake Lasagna

Pancakes act as the "pasta" layers in this indulgent breakfast lasagna, complete with layers of scrambled eggs, cheese, and bacon.

Chocolate Chip Pancakes
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Chocolate Chip Pancakes

Have no shame: chocolate chip pancakes aren't just for kids.

Strawberry Pancakes With Strawberry Cream
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Strawberry Pancakes With Strawberry Cream

Here's a little-known secret about these strawberry pancakes: they're loaded with protein so they'll keep you fueled all day long.

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
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Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

We declare that cinnamon roll pancakes are the greatest breakfast hybrid of them all. Transform ready-made cinnamon rolls into pancakes, or go the extra mile to make pancakes with a cinnamon-batter swirl.

Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes
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Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes

Gussy up buttermilk pancakes with blueberries and ricotta cheese.

Lace Pancakes
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Lace Pancakes

Though forming Disney princesses out of pancake batter may be a bit too ambitious for us home cooks, making pretty lace pancakes seems totally doable for a special occasion.