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Turn a great stack of pancakes into the ultimate breakfast by loading them up with toppings!

In this post, you’ll find the ultimate list of pancake toppings, including fruit, syrups, spreads, and more, plus a delicious pancake recipe to get your weekend breakfast started.

stack of pancakes topped with syrup, powdered sugar, and berries

Savory and Sweet Toppings for Pancakes

Toppings are a great way up the game of any pancake recipe. Depending on what you put on top, you can enjoy the best pancakes for breakfast or as breakfast for dinner.

Here is a list of savory and sweet toppings that are always a hit with my family and hopefully yours too!

Strawberries: sliced on top plus a little powdered sugar is how my kids like them.
Roasted strawberries: this recipe oven roasts leftover strawberries into a masterpiece!
Bananas: always a popular topping that sweetens up any stack.
Kiwi: diced or sliced they add a tangy sweet flavor.
Raspberries: sweet and delish, they pair great.
Blueberries: fresh or frozen, this is one of the best pancake toppings, in my opinion.
Blackberries: an irresistible juicy fruit that’s a seasonal topping.
Peaches: fresh, frozen, or canned. They’re always a sweet choice.
Cherries: sweet and tart and always pitted.
Pears: sliced and dusted with a little cinnamon are always a winner.
Pineapple: sweet and juicy and surprisingly delicious on pancakes.
Baked apples: roasted slices with cinnamon take breakfast to another level.
Cinnamon apples: an incredible topping made in 3 minutes in a pan.
Coconut flakes: milky & nutty, this tropical fruit tastes clean and refreshing.
Chopped cranberries: so good, especially with a little syrup and orange zest.
Jam or jelly: everyone’s favorite spread is also fabulous on pancakes.
Maple syrup: smooth, nutty, and delicious.
Homemade Cinnamon Syrup: will make your stack taste like a holiday.
Homemade Blueberry Syrup: pour it on everything, especially pancakes!
Homemade Strawberry Syrup: fresh or frozen berries make this mouthwatering topping!
Homemade Peach Syrup: bright, vibrant, and summery flavor.
Greek yogurt: round out pancakes with protein-packed yogurt for a satisfying meal. Find more healthy pancake topping ideas here.
Toasted pecans: start your day with warm, toasty tidbits.
Chopped walnuts: earthy, nutty, and the perfect balance of crunchiness.
Almond slivers: kid-friendly and a great way to add nutrition.
Macadamia nuts: rich in flavor and texture, these nuts make an excellent garnish.
Granola: leftovers? Use them to deepen the flavor!
Chia Seeds: top raw (crunchy) or in a pudding form.
Cinnamon: sprinkled on top for more flavor.
Applesauce: it’s ready to go and served on top.
Dried raisins: sweetness without the added sugar.
Carrots: finely shreded to add variety and color to breakfast, especially paired with raisins and cinnamon.
Mini chocolate chips: white, milk, or dark chocolate appeal to kids and adults alike.
Sprinkles: their vibrant colors are favored by younger kids.
Mini marshmallows: sweet and pleasant, this topping will make you smile!
Powdered sugar: your favorite powdered desserts are the inspiration for this topping.
Mini M&Ms: who can resist these candy-coated chocolates?
Dark chocolate shavings: the right amount of splurge to complement fluffy hotcakes.
Crushed candy canes: these twisted toppings are a great way to start a new family tradition.
Cereal: this pantry staple is a delicious way to combine 2 favorites.
Graham cracker crumbs: these toasted crackers are hearty and taste so amazing.
Ice Cream: every kid dreams of ice cream for breakfast!
Whipped cream: the sweet vanilla flavor adds a smooth texture that is irresistible.
Cream cheese: the tang taste is refreshing and makes breakfast taste like cheesecake!
Honey: is always a great alternative to syrup.
Peanut butter: thick, rich, and full of filling flavors that are 100% satisfying.
Nutella or Nut-free sunflower spread: another great way to add tasty, creamy, and smooth texture.
Almond butter: lighter than peanut butter and a welcome addition to breakfast.
Fruit compote: want to blend many flavors into one? Delight your taste buds!
Apple butter: super easy to freeze in jars and take out of the freezer when you need it!
Caramel sauce: caramel lovers, you’ll love this creamy drizzle.
Marshmallow cream: try this delicious cream that makes pancakes airy and light.
Chocolate sauce: melt some choco chips for a magic shell taste!
Bacon: smoky, sweet, and so good crumbled on top.
Fried Eggs: a savory topping that’s next-level epic!
Ricotta cheese: often used in desserts, this cheese is perfect for breakfast!
Cottage cheese: add loads of protein to your stack.
Hashbrowns: spuds are super delicious and add loads of energy to an ordinary breakfast.
Avocado slices: avoca(do) try this topping!
Lemon Zest: a little zest goes a long way and adds such a unique lemon flavor.

Keep your pancakes warm with one of these 3 methods while you prep these pancake toppings.

stack of pancakes topped with berries and syrup with a fork stuck in the top of the stack

Pancake Topping Flavor Combinations

What happens when you take one or more toppings and load up your stack? You get incredible flavor combinations that beat the pancake house. Consider trying:

Peaches & Cream: sliced peaches & whipped cream
Cheesecake: cream cheese, strawberry sauce and graham cracker crumbs.
Apple Pie: baked apples and cinnamon.
Cinnamon Roll: vanilla glaze and cinnamon.
S'mores: marshmallow cream, chocolate sauce, and mini marshmallows.
Turtle: caramel sauce, chocolate shavings, and mixed nuts.
PB&J: peanut butter and jelly or strawberry syrup.
White Raspberry: raspberries and white chocolate chips.
Raspberry Cheesecake: whipped cream cheese spread and raspberries.
Triple Berry: strawberries, blackberries, and blueberry syrup.
Tropical: coconut flakes, crushed pineapple, and whipped cream.
Chocolate Covered Banana: chocolate chips and banana slices.
Pumpkin Pie: pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup.

Those are just some of the toppings my family and I rotate on top of our classic pancakes and even Scrambled Pancakes. Add some of those into your pancake batter and transform the recipe entirely! Check out this list of our favorite pancake batter mix-ins.

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closeup of a stack of pancakes with fruit and syrup toppings

Servings: 12 pancakes

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Turn a great stack of pancakes into the ultimate breakfast by loading them up with toppings!

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Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 ¼ cups milk
1 egg
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Make a well in the middle and pour in the milk, egg, and butter. Mix with a whisk or fork until smooth.
Heat a non-stick griddle or large pan over medium-high heat, I set my griddle at 300-350 F.
Pour or scoop ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Wait until bubbles form to flip. Continue cooking for an additional minute to cook through, and brown on the other side. Remove from the pan or griddle and serve.

Notes

If you are using an all-purpose gluten-free flour to make these pancakes, add 2-3 tablespoons of additional liquid as gluten-free flours are more absorbent.
Nutrition information is calculated without the whipped cream and fresh berries.