Easy Turkey Pancakes

Servings: 6

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Use this easy recipe to make turkey pancakes, or keep it simple and use a mix. Follow the tips here for a fun Thanksgiving breakfast.

5 from 30 votes

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, butter, and vanilla extract. Break up the egg first with a fork, and then begin mixing it with the flour, working from the outside of the bowl in, until just combined and the batter is mostly smooth.

Heat a non-stick griddle or large pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, grease, spray, or melt butter on the hot surface. When using an electric griddle, heat it somewhere between 300 and 350F.
Immediately, pour ¼ cup of pancake batter onto the greased pan to make the body of the turkey. Then, pour a few smaller, tablespoon-sized pancakes to make up the round turkey face and the wings. Cook the pancakes for about 2 minutes per side. Remove the pancakes from the pan onto a plate and keep them warm while you cook the rest of the batter into turkey pieces. I like to do a few "string-like" pieces for the turkey legs too.

Slice an apple or two into thin wedges for the tail. Slice a banana into ¼-inch thick slices. Place a few chocolate chips in a bowl.
Build a turkey shape with the larger pancake, placing a smaller round pancake on top, two smaller pieces as wings, and string-like pieces as the feet (or use sliced cheddar). Use the fruit and chocolate chips to finish the turkey.

Since pancake batter naturally has a mild, neutral flavor, I recommend using aluminum-free baking powder.