Whether you’re relaxing on the weekend or having a group for breakfast, no one likes to stand over the stove making traditional pancakes. It takes time and everyone is like a vulture watching over you while their pancakes are cooking. We all know that patience is the key to perfect pancakes and who can be patient when everyone is waiting for the bubbles to pop.
Your problem is solved with sheet pan pancakes. An easy homemade pancake batter is poured into a sheet pan, you can add whatever toppings you want and then it’s baked. Still the great pancake flavor, the only thing missing is the round shape. Light and fluffy hassle free pancakes.
Trust me you don’t need a pancake mix, it takes such a few ingredients to make delicious fluffy pancakes, that I’m confident you have what it takes in your pantry. You only need flour, baking powder, sugar, milk, eggs and butter and whatever delicious toppings you can come up with.
Why should you make pancakes in a sheet pan
- All portions turn out perfect, and evenly cooked
- No standing over the stove waiting on pancakes to cook
- All the pancakes are done at the same time, no one watching over your shoulder wondering when their pancake will be ready.
- You can customize the sheet pan with different fillings
- You can enjoy your favorite morning beverage while they’re baking
How to make the BEST oven baked sheet pan pancakes
Step 1: Spray a rimmed 9 x 13 inch quarter sheet pan with cooking spray and preheat the oven to 425º, it needs to be hot.
Step 2: Whisk together the dry ingredients and then whisk in the wet ingredients. Choose what you want to put inside. If just one ingredient then fold it in. If you are adding multiple ingredients, spread the batter in the pan and push the toppings into the batter.
My gang all has their favorite add ins, so I put chocolate chips on 1/3, and different berries on the rest. Add anything that you would add to your traditional pancakes.
Step 3: Bake until golden brown.
Step 4: Cut into squares, serve everyone at the same time. Top with butter, powdered sugar or maple syrup and enjoy a stress free breakfast.
What if your baking pan is too big
Don’t have a 9 x 13 inch quarter sheet pan, you can take a piece of aluminum foil and fold it several times to make a divider in the pan that you have.
Sheet pan pancake mix in ideas
- Chocolate chips
- Pecans or walnuts
- Banana slices and walnuts
- Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries
- Cooked Bacon
Can you freeze the left-overs
You can freeze baked sheet pan pancakes, just separate the slices with parchment paper and let thaw before placing in the oven at 350º for about 10 minutes.
Here are some other pancake recipes to try
More recipes for make-ahead breakfasts when feeding a crowd
- English Muffin Melts are great if breakfast eaters are not eating at the same time
- Crunchy French Toast Sticks that are baked
- Creme Brûlée French Toast for a heavenly breakfast
- Strawberry baked overnight breakfast casserole
- Breakfast puff pastry are fabulous
- Homemade oatmeal bread
If you make Sheet Pan Pancakes be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to also tag me on Instagram! I would love to see your creation.
Adapted from A Belly Full
Sheet Pan Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 ¼ cups whole milk
- ¼ cup butter melted
- 1 cup berries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425º. Spray a 9 X 13 inch sheet pan with cooking spray.
- Whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. Whisk in eggs, milk and butter until combined. Fold in berries and pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
- You can add chocolate chips or berries or do half and half.
Notes
- If you don't have a 1/4 sheet pan, use aluminum foil to divide a larger sheet pan in half.
- To store leftovers, let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate between layers of parchment. Warm up for 10 seconds in the microwave or in the oven for 10 minutes at 350º.
- To freeze leftovers, let cool and place between layers of parchment paper. Let come to room temperature and warm in microwave or oven.
- Be creative with your topping, try berries, chocolate chips, bananas, nuts, coconut, or anything you would typically enjoy with pancakes. Press the toppings into the pancake batter.
What a great idea for pancakes! I think this recipe will work perfectly for my brunch party coming up. No one wants to stand at the stove making individual pancakes..great idea Barbara..very creative!
I think they would work great for a brunch, more time to hang out with your friends.