Sundays call for pancakes…Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup Pancakes with Whipped Cream and Blackberries to be exact!
Goodness, when was the last time CCB shared a pancake recipe? Too long! Way too long! Want to know when? Okay – I’ll tell you. January 21, 2014. You read that right, 2-0-1-4!!! Are you kidding me?!
I’m in shock! Especially since it’s a pretty popular food in these parts…these parts being our home.
Dom is a wizard when it comes to pancakes. When the kids were younger, pancakes were a staple on the weekends. So I guess we operate under a formula ——–> kids in the house = pancakes on Sunday.
Let’s say we change the formula…. pancakes aren’t just for breakfast anymore. And not just for Sundays, either.
Looking for a new idea for ‘Meatless Monday’? Here you go!
The idea for these pancakes began during a recent trip to Lake Placid.
Last Sunday we took to the village. Cold and a little bit rainy with skies the color of slate, we popped into a few of our favorite shops. Luc made it pretty clear that she didn’t want to leave without a stop at Saratoga Olive Oil Company where tastings could ensue. That was an invitation we couldn’t resist! So in we went after checking out the 80% off sales at Bass.
Have you guys been to the Saratoga Olive Oil Company?
Slews of flavored olive oils and vinegars, salts, and as of late – maple syrup. Gosh, we tasted everything from Cayenne to Blood Orange combined with Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar, Granita olive oil to Black Truffle.
We ended our experience with a (not so little) sip of Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup.
Oh my gahhhh. Tiny fireworks went off in my brain and I knew that once we were back home, the griddle would have its day in the sun.
I played a little with this recipe. Not only did I want the Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup on the pancakes, I wanted it in them, too. And what are pancakes without homemade whipped cream?
These pancakes take the cake. They’re thick and fluffy with just a hint of bourbon flavor.
This is some happy eats, my friends!
Buon Appetito!
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Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup Pancakes with Whipped Cream and Blackberries
- Category: Breakfast
Description
Sundays call for pancakes…Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup Pancakes with Whipped Cream and Blackberries to be exact!
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 3 tsp. baking powder
- 2 Tbsp. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter (plus more for frying)
- 2 Tbsp. Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup (plus more for serving)
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- Whipped Cream
Instructions
- In a large bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and cinnamon.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla and syrup.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined. Don’t worry if there are lumps.
- Heat a frying pan (or griddle) over medium heat. When the pan is hot, melt about a tablespoon of butter.
- Using a small ladle, pour about 1/3 cup of pancake batter onto the pan.
- When the pancake starts to bubble and the bottom is golden, turn over. Cook the other side for about a minute, or until golden.
- Repeat with remaining batter, adding butter to the pan between batches.
- Serve immediately with butter, Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup, whipped cream and blackberries.
How about a few more breakfast recipes?
Brown Sugar Roasted Grapefruit
Zucchini & Olive Oil Bread with Lemon Crunch Drizzle
French Toast with Caramelized Strawberry Sauce & Whipped Cream
CIAO!
These look so fluffy and perfect Annie! I want the entire stack!!
Thank you, Manali! Comin’ right up!
Love how fluffy these pancakes are, they look really delicious. I also agree that making pancakes for dinner is a great idea!
Thank you! Sometimes, when I’m craving sweet for dinner, pancakes are the ticket!
2014?! That IS a looong time, Annie! Come to think of it, I have ZERO pancake recipes on my site!? Whaaaa?? That needs to change. These stack looks simply delicious and that bourbon maple syrup makes them feel extra special. I need a bottle! I love how you’ve styled these too.. and that pour shot (!!) gah!!
Okay…I’d say it’s high time for Vanilla And Bean to introduce its style of pancakes to the world! Thanks for stopping by with a kind word, my friend!
I’ve been to the Saratoga olive oil company in Saratoga Springs – love that store – great gifts for the holidays or anytime. And I love these pancakes, Annie – absolutely delicious and such pretty pictures – and sign me up for the bourbon syrup!
Saratoga Springs is so beautiful! Nothing like a good pancake I always say! Thanks, friend!
I love the idea of pancakes for dinner. I usually save them for the weekends too and I’m not sure why. These look divine with all that yummy syrup on there! xo
These are where it’s at for brinner! Thanks dear! xo
Oh my goodness, this idea is genius. I have never been to that shop, but it sounds divine. Love the bourbon in and out of the pancakes. YUM! Hoping to share this Sunday pancake recipe with my hubby and start a trend, eh? Thanks for sharing.
Yes! This is a trend I can get behind! Thanks, friend!
I can’t stop looking at these ! Want them right now! They look awesome!
They’re very yummy! Thanks, Mira!
I am loving everything about this recipe!! what a beautiful looking stack! Pinned for the weekend darling!! thanks
Pancakes do make for a pretty picture, don’t they? Thanks, dear!
Annie, I think those are the fluffiest pancakes I’ve ever seen in my life! I’ve got a ton of bourbon barrel aged beer in my life, but I really need some of this maple syrup STAT! I love those dang specialty olive oil stores too. I could spend all day and about a million bucks in there.
Of course I was thinking of you the whole time! I hope you can find it…it’s worth the search! Thanks, friend!
Shame on you, Annie! I had my heart set on Chinese food tonight, but NO! You had to go post these wonderfully enticing photos — and a recipe to go along with it. I have no excuses now. I must have this for dinner. General Tso will have to wait.
And I know how hard it is to keep the General waiting! That’s quite a compliment! Thanks, Adam!! 🙂
I’ve not been to Saratoga Olive Oil Company but I have tried a similar place in Carmel by the Sea.And those balsamics! I swear you could drizzle them on ice cream as is. Of course I also would have left with some syrup too. Why not complete the experiece. Gorgeous flap jacks!
Carmel by the Sea… Oh, I love the sound of that! You are right on! You could drizzle the balsamics over ice cream and be very satisfied! Thanks, Greg!!
I could eat these for dinner tonight. I mean look at these beauties! Thick, not thin and holding up the whipped cream and berries. Love the maple syrup in the batter trick here. Cheers!
They’re fluffy but tender…just the way we like them! Thanks, friend!
I’ve been dying over your pancakes since I saw them on Instagram! Wow! I love that you added maple syrup to the batter itself. And, I love the sound of the store you visited. I’m not a shopper, but if I can taste gourmet food while looking around, I’m in!
I hear you…the older I get the less I like to shop, however, I make exceptions when we’re in Placid (especially for stores like this!). So happy you like the pancakes! Thanks, friend! 🙂
Whoaaa I love everything about these pancakes, but especially the fact that there’s maple syrup IN the pancakes. Or rally the fact that there’s BOURBON maple syrup IN the pancakes!
Bourbon maple syrup everywhere! hahaha! Too good not to! Thanks, friend! 🙂
My Dad was always the pancake maker when I was growing up Annie! He would have LOVED these! That syrup and those blackberries and whipped cream. What a combination. Perfect for Meatless Monday or any other day!
Yep, my dad was too! There’s something special about this combination of ingredients when slathered on fluffy pancakes! Good any time of the day or night! Thanks, my friend!
Did you say in there somewhere that I could make these for dinner? Sigh. Because I can’t wait for Sunday mornings and they’re usually a mad dash to get out of the house for the Sunday morning hikes. And I live alone so I never make pancakes anymore. And this sounds too terrific not to try. For dinner. Tonight.
Thank you!
Why yes I did! Pancakes in the mornin’, noon, and night works for me!! They really are terrific! Thanks, my friend!
Why not breakfast for dinner?? I’ve had pizza for breakfast before and nibbled on leftover fried chicken. There are no steadfast rules so I agree that pancakes for dinner would be fantastic. How about a mimosa to go along with it? I haven’t made pancakes in ages, not since our kids moved. 🙁 I certainly miss it. Have a great day!
That’s what I always say! Why not? I’ve probably had leftover pizza for breakfast too many times to say! I know things change when the kids leave but pancakes are always worth our time! 🙂
Well this is torture. 😉 Now all I want is a huge stack of these fluffy pancakes, Annie!!! Pancakes are one of life’s great pleasures if you ask me, and these look just FABULOUS! I love that you used the bourbon maple syrup IN the pancakes!!!!! So much genius going on there! And I couldn’t agree more, pancakes should be consumed on a Monday, or Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Let’s just eat these pancakes daily… mmkay?! <3 Pinned! Cheers dear!
P.s. I've never heard of Saratoga Olive Oil Company, but I'm positive I'd love it and spend all day in that store!!
Pancakes, daily? I’m in!! I’ve always liked the way you think, Chey! Girl after my own heart!! Oh yeahhh – bourbon maple syrup is where it’s at! Thanks, friend! xo
Girl, I like your thinking – pancakes on Monday? Yes, please!! OMG – how freakin’ good do these look? Where to start, where to start? I wish I was at Saratoga Olive Oil Company. Sounds nothing short of amazing. I wouldn’t want to leave….either that or I’d leave with a sample of everything they have. Pinning and can’t wait to try. Big stack for me, for sure! Happy Monday! XOXO
Oh yes – that would be easy to do…leave with a sample of everything! Their flavors are absolutely incredible! So happy you like the pancakes! Enjoy, my friend! XOXO
Now this is one GORGEOUS stack of pancakes, Annie! You seriously knocked it out of the park with these babies! I wish I could just dive right into these. That maple syrup is calling my name, especially with the whipped cream and berries. What a perfect Monday treat!
There’s just nothing like a good pancake! And so easy to warm up later should there be leftovers! Rare – but it could happen! 😉 Thanks, Gayle!!