Easy Heart-Shaped Pan Cake: Mother's Day Recipe

Mother's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your love and appreciation than with a delicious breakfast in bed? This year, skip the store-bought cards and ditch the generic brunch reservations. Instead, surprise Mom with a batch of adorable heart-shaped pancakes, a sweet treat that's as easy to make as it is to love. These pancakes aren't just visually appealing; they're fluffy, light, and bursting with classic pancake flavor, guaranteed to make her morning extra special. Forget complicated recipes and tedious techniques; this recipe prioritizes simplicity and deliciousness.

This easy heart-shaped pancake recipe requires minimal ingredients and even less effort. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, you'll be able to whip up these delightful pancakes in no time. Ready to create a memorable Mother's Day breakfast? Let's dive into the step-by-step process and transform your ordinary pancake routine into an extraordinary celebration of love.

Tools Needed

  • Pan with thick bottom

Ingredients

  • Sugar: 55g
  • Egg: 1 (56g)
  • Flour: 110g
  • Butter: 60g (cold)
  • Baking powder: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Durum wheat semolina or double zero flour: 30g (additional)
  • Sheep's ricotta: 250g
  • Milk: 2-3 tablespoons
  • Icing sugar: to taste (2 spoons used in example)
  • Strawberries

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1. Prepare the Heart-Shaped Pancake Batter

  • Combine 55g sugar, 1 egg (56g), 110g flour, 60g cold butter (cut into small pieces), and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder.
  • Knead the dough, adding 30g of additional flour (durum wheat semolina or double zero).
Combine 55g sugar, 1 egg (56g), 110g flour, 60g cold butter (cut into small pieces), and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder.Knead the dough, adding 30g of additional flour (durum wheat semolina or double zero).
Prepare the Heart-Shaped Pancake Batter

Step 2. Cook the Heart-Shaped Pancake

  • Spread the dough in a pan with a thick bottom.
  • Cook for 11-15 minutes with the lid on, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes without the lid to brown the edges.
Spread the dough in a pan with a thick bottom.Cook for 11-15 minutes with the lid on, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes without the lid to brown the edges.
Cook the Heart-Shaped Pancake

Step 3. Prepare and Assemble the Ricotta Cream and Strawberry Filling

  • Mix 250g ricotta, 2-3 tablespoons of milk, and icing sugar to taste.
  • Cut the cake into slices.
  • Cut leftover strawberries into small cubes.
  • Spread the ricotta cream on the cake slices, add chopped strawberries in the center, and decorate as desired.
Prepare the ricotta cream: Mix 250g ricotta, 2-3 tablespoons of milk, and icing sugar to taste.Cut the cake into slices.Cut leftover strawberries into small cubes.Spread the ricotta cream on the cake slices, add chopped strawberries in the center, and decorate as desired.
Prepare and Assemble the Ricotta Cream and Strawberry Filling

Step 4. Finishing Touches and Serving

  • Brush with homemade jelly for shine and preservation.
  • Chill before serving.
Brush with homemade jelly for shine and preservation.Chill before serving.
Finishing Touches and Serving

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Tips

  • Get your hands dirty with flour to make it easier to spread the dough.
  • The recipe is easily adaptable - adjust sweetness and flavors according to your preference.

Nutrition

  • N/A

FAQs

1. What kind of pan do I need to make heart-shaped pancakes?

You can use a regular non-stick pan and a heart-shaped cookie cutter, or if you're feeling fancy, invest in a heart-shaped pancake pan!

2. Can I make the batter ahead of time?

Yes! The batter can be prepared up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Just give it a good whisk before cooking.


So there you have it – a simple yet stunning breakfast to make Mother's Day extra special. These heart-shaped pancakes are guaranteed to bring a smile to your mom's face, proving that sometimes the most thoughtful gestures are the easiest. Happy Mother's Day!