Funfetti Pancakes

Fluffy pancakes loaded with sprinkles and topped with sweet sprinkle sauce. Made with flour, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, and lots of fun!

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You know those mornings when you wake up and it’s just blah outside? Maybe it’s raining. Maybe you slept weird and now your neck is doing that annoying stiff thing. Either way — the vibe? Not it.

That’s exactly when I pull out this Funfetti Pancakes recipe.

I remember the first time I made them. It wasn’t some grand plan. Nope. It was a lazy Saturday, and I was staring at a regular old pancake batter thinking, “Ugh, so basic.” Then my eyes landed on a jar of rainbow sprinkles leftover from a birthday party. Total lightbulb moment.

“Could pancakes actually be fun?” I wondered. Spoiler alert: yes. Very yes.

The first batch was gone in minutes. Like, gone gone. No leftovers, no regrets. My kid thought I was a genius. My husband? He went back for thirds. I knew right then and there — Funfetti Pancakes were officially a thing in our house.

Why You’ll Love This Funfetti Pancakes Recipe?

Alright, so why should you make them too? Good question. I’ve got answers:

• They’re ridiculously easy. If you can stir and pour, you’re golden.

• They’re cheerful. Sprinkles are like edible happiness.

• They impress without effort. Great for guests… or just making a random Tuesday morning special.

• The sauce? Next-level. Think of it as pancake dressing. Fancy, right?

Seriously though — these Funfetti Pancakes are the kinda breakfast that makes you smile without even realizing it.

Ingredient Notes:

Okay, so here’s the scoop on what goes into these happy little pancakes:

• All-purpose flour → The backbone. Not fancy, but dependable.

• Sugar → For sweetness, obviously.

• Baking powder + soda → So your pancakes rise and shine.

• Salt → Gotta balance all that sweetness.

• Buttermilk → Makes them tender with just a little tang.

• Egg → Helps hold everything together.

• Butter (melted) → Richness and flavor. You need this.

• Vanilla extract → Adds cozy vibes.

• Sprinkles → This is where the magic happens.

• Confectioners’ sugar + heavy cream (for sauce) → Sweet and smooth.

• Cooking spray → Keeps pancakes from sticking and causing chaos.

How To Make Funfetti Pancakes?

Step 1: Mix all your dry ingredients together in a bowl. No rocket science here. Flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt. Boom.

Step 2: Now whisk the wet stuff — buttermilk, egg, melted butter, vanilla. Combine, but don’t stress about perfection.

Step 3: Pour the wet into the dry. Stir until just combined. If it’s lumpy, that’s perfect. Overmixing ruins everything (okay, not everything… but it’s bad).

Step 4: Gently stir in those sprinkles. Don’t be rough. Sprinkles are sensitive souls. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes while you dream about breakfast.

Step 5: Make your sprinkle sauce. It’s basically sugar + cream + vanilla + more sprinkles. Stir until smooth and pretty.

Step 6: Time to cook! Spray your skillet, pour the batter (about ½ cup each), and let bubbles form. Flip when ready. Cook the other side until golden.

Step 7: Stack ‘em high. Drizzle that sweet, playful sprinkle sauce all over. If you accidentally add extra sauce, no one’s judging.

Storage Options:

Honestly, they’re usually gone instantly. But if you manage to save a few, pop them in the fridge between sheets of parchment paper. They’ll stay good for 2–3 days.

You can also freeze them (yep!) and just toss them in the toaster when pancake cravings hit at midnight. No judgment here.

Variations and Substitutions:

• Seasonal Sprinkles → Christmas, Halloween, Easter… match your mood.

• Chocolate chips or candies → If sprinkles aren’t enough (I get it).

• Gluten-free flour → Works, just make sure it’s a 1:1 baking blend.

• Non-dairy milk + vegan butter → Easily makes this dairy-free.

You see where I’m going with this… you can totally make them your own.

What to Serve with Funfetti Pancakes?

Okay, pancakes are fun. But here’s how to really round out breakfast:

• Crispy bacon or sausage → For that salty-sweet balance.

• Fresh fruit → To pretend we’re being healthy.

• Whipped cream → No explanation needed.

• Coffee or hot chocolate → It’s morning. You need caffeine. (Or sugar.)

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I skip the sprinkle sauce?
You could. But it’s kinda like skipping the frosting on a cupcake. Why would you?

What sprinkles are best?
Jimmies, all the way. Nonpareils melt weird and mess up the color.

Can I make them ahead?
Sure! Store and reheat later. Though I’ll be honest — nothing beats fresh.

So there you go — Funfetti Pancakes. Easy, colorful, and pretty much guaranteed to make your morning 1000x happier. Whether it’s a birthday, a lazy weekend, or just a random Tuesday that needs saving, these babies deliver.

I dare you not to smile while eating them.

When you make these (because you totally should), come back and tell me — did you go sprinkle crazy? Did your kids think you were a pancake magician? I wanna hear all about it.

Drop a comment and let’s chat pancakes — I’m all ears!

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Funfetti Pancakes

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 minutes mins

Additional Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 23 minutes mins

Fluffy and festive Funfetti Pancakes made with buttermilk, vanilla, and sprinkles, topped with a sweet sprinkle sauce. Perfect for birthdays or any cheerful morning.

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4 Servings

Ingredients

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For the Pancakes:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¼ cup sprinkles
• Cooking spray as needed

For the Sprinkle Sauce:

• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons sprinkles

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Instructions

 

Prepare the Pancake Batter:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, white sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and uniform in consistency.
3. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, taking care not to overmix. Gently fold in the sprinkles. Allow the batter to rest for approximately 5 minutes.

Prepare the Sprinkle Sauce:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and sea salt until smooth and glossy. Gently stir in the sprinkles. Set aside for serving.

Cook the Pancakes:

1. Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and coat it lightly with cooking spray. Pour approximately ½ cup of batter onto the skillet and spread into a circle about ¼-inch thick.
2. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges begin to dry, about 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the pancake carefully and continue cooking for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, or until the second side is set and lightly golden.
3. Transfer to a serving plate and repeat with the remaining batter, spraying the skillet as needed between batches.

Serve:

1. Stir the prepared sprinkle sauce to ensure sprinkles are evenly distributed. Drizzle generously over the warm pancakes and serve immediately.

Notes

To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a high-quality gluten-free all-purpose flour blend that includes xanthan gum or a binder. Additionally, ensure all sprinkles used are certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain gluten or be processed in facilities that handle wheat.

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