Easy Birthday Pancakes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the pancakes
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One 15.25-ounce box of funfetti cake mix
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1¼ cups water
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½ cup canola oil
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2 large eggs
→ For the vanilla icing
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
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2 tablespoons milk
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Place the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and soften it for about 15 seconds. Mix in the sifted powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the texture by adding a splash more milk if it's too thick, or extra powdered sugar if it needs to be thicker.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the funfetti cake mix, water, canola oil, and eggs. Stir everything together until the ingredients are just blended—don't worry about a few lumps.
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Heat a griddle or nonstick skillet over medium to medium-low heat and lightly coat with cooking spray. Pour about ⅓ cup of batter onto the hot surface for each pancake. Let them cook for 2 to 4 minutes, watching for the edges to look set and a few bubbles to appear on top. Carefully flip and cook the other side until it turns golden brown, another 2 to 4 minutes.
# Notes:
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Keep your griddle or pan at a slightly lower temperature than usual—around 300°F works perfectly for these cake mix pancakes to prevent burning.
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The nutritional values provided are estimates and may vary based on specific ingredients used.