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I Tried The Viral 3-Ingredient "Pancake Bowl" Hack

Pancakes are undoubtedly one of my favorite breakfast foods, but they're rarely on the weekly lineup. Like most, mornings are a bit rushed in my household. With lots to do and little time, my breakfast needs to come together fast and it needs to be filling enough to last me until lunch.

While pancakes are fairly easy to make, traditional pancakes require time. There's a lot of babysitting the griddle (you've got to get that perfect flip!) and quite a few dirty dishes. During the weekdays, grab-and-go breakfasts with minimal cleanup are a must. That's why Brynley Joyner's "lazy girl pancake bowl" recipe on TikTok caught my attention — and that of a million others. In the recent viral video, Joyner shares how she makes protein-packed pancakes in the microwave in under five minutes. Need I say more?

As a trained chef, I'm admittedly a bit skeptical about pancakes prepared in the microwave. However, since the recipe is getting thousands of rave reviews and I would be thrilled to finally be able to enjoy homemade pancakes during the week, I figured I have to see for myself!

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How to Make the Viral Pancake Bowl

While Joyner doesn't give exact measurements for the pancake bowl, I was able to find a recipe online by Basics with Bails. Here's what you'll need to get started: ½ cup of pancake mix, ½ cup of egg whites, and half a banana. According to Joyner, any pancake mix works, but I noticed she and several other TikTokers used Birch Benders Pancake and Waffle Mix, so that's what I bought.

While Joyner dubbed this recipe the "lazy girl pancake bowl," she actually prepared her pancake in a rectangular glass dish, as did most other creators. In a microwave-safe bowl or dish, mash half a banana, mix in ½ cup of pancake mix, ½ cup of egg whites, and a scoop of protein powder, if desired. While most pancake recipes call for water as the liquid, Joyner recommends using egg whites for added protein and fluffiness.

Once the batter is completely mixed, loosely cover and set in the microwave. Joyner says to cook for about two minutes, but I noticed other TikToks said it could take anywhere from a minute to three minutes.

When it's puffed up and there's no more liquid, it's ready. Throw on whatever toppings you have on-hand. In Joyner's video, she enjoyed with a dollop of coconut yogurt, frozen berries, chocolate granola, almond butter, cacao nibs, bee pollen, and a drizzle of date syrup.

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My Honest Opinion of the Viral Lazy Girl Pancake Bowl

After making the viral lazy girl pancake, I get why it's trending. The breakfast came together so quickly, was very filling, and felt indulgent. There wasn't any clean up because it's a one-bowl recipe — no kitchen utensils, pans, or griddle. With minimal effort, breakfast was on the table in under five minutes.

That being said, I do find that calling this a "pancake" is a bit of false advertising. It certainly isn't a replacement for the comforting, fluffy pancakes we know and love. The texture is a bit more dense and, given there was so much egg in the batter, it wasn't great on its own — toppings are a definite must!

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3 Expert Tips for Making the TikTok Pancake Bowl

Expect a couple of tries to perfect it: While most of the TikTok videos called for one to two minutes cooking time, my microwave needed a continuous three minutes to bake off all of the liquid. It took me a few times to figure out what worked best with my particular microwave, so there's definitely a bit of trial and error with this recipe.

Don't skip on the banana: Without the banana, the egg whites really shine through as the predominant flavor. That being said, if you're really loading up on toppings, you might be able to get away with making it banana-less.

Mix the batter really well: Unlike regular pancake batter where it's ok to have a few lumps, this batter needs to be mixed a bit more, otherwise you'll end up with a few pockets of flour.

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The Best Recipes Using Pancake Mix (Beyond Regular Old Pancakes)

A standard stack of pancakes on Pancake Day is a little on the nose, isn't it? This year, why not surprise yourself with pancakes not as pancakes? Pancake mix is surprisingly versatile and forgiving, so you can get creative this year for Mardi Gras. Grab a box of mix and fix yourself a creative treat.

Funnel cake&nbsp;

You bet you can make funnel cake with pancake mix, and you don't need a vat of oil like at the state fair to do it. Make a thick batter by adding a small amount of water to the dry pancake mixture. Use a piping bag, or a zip-top bag with a corner clipped off, to pour a string of batter into a pan of hot oil. Dust heavily with powdered sugar while the cakes are still hot. Don't forget to add a smidge more (for good luck).

IHOP's famous omelet

In case you didn't know, iHOP's famous omelet has a not-so-secret ingredient: pancake batter. It makes for a bouncy egg that'll immediately transport your spirit directly to the breakfast chain Check out this golden ratio to produce your own copycat of the springy, slightly sweet omelet.&nbsp;

A pancake casserole

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Fully embrace sweet and savory with a bacon, egg, and cheese pancake casserole. The fluffy, slightly sweet quick bread batter floats to the surface, baking on top of the eggs and creating a dish of layered flavors. You can personalize the pancake casserole by mixing in chopped meats, cheeses, or sautéed vegetables.

Fluffy apple fritters

One of the easiest and most delicious apple fritter recipes there is uses a box of just-add-water pancake mix to make a moist and flavorful batter. All you need is a chopped apple and some frying oil to be on your way to fritter bliss. Follow the recipe here for the ratios and an easy vanilla glaze.&nbsp;

Easy pancake doughnuts

Apple fritters are light and fluffy, but you can use the same pancake mix with a different ratio of liquid to make chocolate-glazed cake doughnuts (or any type of cake-style doughnut). Just add cocoa powder and water to make a thick dough and use cookie cutters to make a classic doughnut shape. Fry and ice the doughnuts for a happy Pancake Day.&nbsp;

A loaf of pancake bread

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Pancakes are usually the star of the plate but that sweet, malty bread can also perform a crucial supporting role in a breakfast sandwich. Instead of standing in front of the frying pan slowly flipping cakes, pour the batter into a loaf pan and let the oven take care of business. Soon you'll have a moist, flavorful, sliceable pancake loaf to layer with any sandwich fillings you want. Read here for the recipe.

Cookie dough pancakes

Pancake Day shouldn't be completely without round flatties, but let's make them special. Substitute part of the dry pancake mixture out for finely crushed cookie crumbs, then combine with liquid and fry as usual. The result is a cookie-dough-flavored pancake with a little more of a sweet edge than the classic.&nbsp;

Cheater Blini

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I imagine someone like Martha Stewart celebrating Pancake Day with blinis and caviar. While I might not be the Queen of All-things-home, I can fake it in my apartment—especially with a plate of cheater blinis. Use thinned-out pancake mix to cook up a batch of your own and top them with smoked salmon, crème fraîche, and caviar. I'll be over here using cream cheese and bacon.

A single giant pancake

If you need a batch of pancakes to feed a crowd and you can't bother with hovering over a griddle for 30 minutes, make a large sheet pan pancake. Pour the batter into a buttered sheet pan and bake it until puffed and lightly browned. You can even add fillings, like chocolate chips or banana slices before baking. Slice it and serve. Read here for the large sheet pancake details.

The Best Pancake Recipes And Ingredients For A Delicious Brunch

*Sniffs the air* Are those pancakes we smell?&nbsp;

Let's face it, there's a bit of an art to making great pancakes.&nbsp;They've got to be warm and fluffy on the inside, and golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside. (And we definitely don't want badly-flipped pancakes on the floor).

To simplify the process, we've uncovered the best pancake recipes on the web that are perfect for a yummy brunch, listed all of the tools, ingredients and toppings you need to make truly excellent pancakes and have also answered those niggly (and common!) queries about pancake making.

Read on for the mouthwatering details…&nbsp;

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The best pancake recipes you will ever feast your eyes on…

Whether you're after a traditional UK pancake recipe, an American-style recipe or pancakes suitable for vegan consumers, we've got the best methods for making more-ish pancakes right here.&nbsp;

Best fluffy pancake recipe

Try: The Fluffiest Pancakes, Tasty

Is there any better joy in life than fluffy pancakes? We searched high and low to find the fluffiest pancake recipe and we came up trumps with this tasty offering from… Tasty.&nbsp;

Photo: Polina Tankilevitch / PexelsWhile it may be a pretty basic pancake recipe, and one that's a few years old,&nbsp; the impressive reviews speak for themselves, with reviewers claiming they're&nbsp; 'the best pancakes I ever made,' 'these might just be the best pancakes ever,' and 'the fluffiest pancakes I ever had.'&nbsp;Best American pancake recipeTry: Fluffy American pancakes, BBC FoodIf there's one thing we can count on, it's that Americans know how to make good pancakes. Thick, light and delicious, they're a joy to eat from start to finish.With that in mind, it's hardly surprising that this is one seriously popular recipe.Photo: Louisa Carter / BBC FoodTo put it into perspective, the average pancake recipe on BBC Food had under 100 ratings but, at the time of writing, this recipe had almost 1,200 ratings from happy pancake eaters.So, you can rest assured that this is a delicious pancake recipe, resulting in easy, American pancakes ready to eat within less than a 10-minute cooking time.&nbsp;Best vegan pancake recipeTry: Vegan pancakes, The Plant Based SchoolVegan pancakes are easier to make than you think — go eggless and swap out cow's milk for plant milk and et voilà, your pancakes are vegan!&nbsp;Yep, you don't need eggs to make a delicious batter!Photo: Nico / The Plant Based SchoolThis recipe from The Plant School holds your hand the whole way through, with photos at each stage of the cooking process.&nbsp;It also lists other delicious vegan varieties at the end of the recipe, including whole wheat apple pancakes, banana pancakes and oatmeal pancakes, all of which would make an amazing breakfast option.Everything you need to make perfect pancakesFrom start to finish, here's what you need to whip up the pancakes of your dreams.&nbsp;ToolsIf you're looking for the ideal pancake pan, your search is over. This mini non-stick frying pan from Iceland is the perfect size for pancakes and is a steal,&nbsp;costing only a few pounds.&nbsp;Let's be honest, the amount of tools and ingredients required for pancake making can result in some serious spending, so we love that we can invest in a specialised pancake pan for such a low price.This easy-to-use spatula is designed specifically to turn (or flip) your pancakes perfectly. It features an easy-grip handle, a hole at the end for storage and is heat resistant up to 300°C.We love this chic medium-sized bowl from Wayfair that is embossed with a cute woodland design. It's also chip-resistant and dishwasher-safe, so you don't have to wash it up after making your pancakes. Win!A no-frills, simple whisk crafted from stainless steel that can be used for everything from pancakes to baking, to sauces, gravies and jus.Keen to do a little more research before committing? We have a whole article outlining the best kitchen scales for you to peruse! Choose from snazzy digital scales, charming retro scales, traditional weighing scales and more. We love this cute lime green option from Terraillon.IngredientsIf you want more of a crêpe consistency, choose plain flour for your pancakes.&nbsp;Or if you want fluffy, lightly cooked pancakes, choose self-raising flour instead.Two teaspoons of baking powder is a must for the fluffiest pancakes. If you choose to leave baking powder out, the pancake won't be fluffy and will be more of a&nbsp;crêpe — so using baking powder really depends on your preference.Perfect for adding to your pancake mix for a little sweetener, or on top of your cooked pancakes with a spritz of lemon. A carton of six perfect free range eggs with delectable golden yolks, ideal for pancake making.Around one cup of milk will make up to eight delicious pancakes.&nbsp;You'll need a healthy dose of butter in both&nbsp;your pancake batter and in your pan to ensure your pancakes don't stick whilst frying.Toppings Maple syrup is a given when it comes to pancake toppings, and we'll be indulging in this indulgent 100% Canadian version.After a healthier option? Spoon some low-fat yoghurt and mixed berries onto your fresh pancakes.Top tip: Save any leftover pancakes and add yoghurt and berries with them the next morning for breakfast.If you're pulling a face in disgust, think again. Sour cream is a great option for savoury pancakes and can be paired with smoked salmon or caviar, making for a luxe weekend brunch.Is there anything better than traditional ice cream made with fresh milk and cream? Dollop on some Lotus Biscoff and enjoy the heavenly experience sure to follow.Photo: AldiWe also LOVE the Ballycastle&nbsp;Red Velvet Cream Liqueur from Aldi, which tastes just like red velvet cake and is delicious over pancakes and ice cream. It's been so incredibly popular that it's sold out online, but it's still available in Aldi stores. And Aldi's martini recipe is to die for....Ballycastle Red Velvet Liqueur MartiniIngredients: Method:Pop two martini glasses in the freezer to chill.Whisk together cream, soft cheese and icing sugar.Mix together the red velvet liqueur and vodka, then divide between the two martini glasses.Gently pour the soft cheese cream mix over the back of the spoon onto the top of the martinis.Top with the chopped raspberries and serve. Your common pancake problems addressed&nbsp;When it comes to creating the perfect pancakes, there are a few frequently asked questions we thought we would get to the bottom of. You can thank us later.How to make pancakes fluffySelf-raising flour and baking powder are your friends here as they both work toward that all-important rise and making your pancakes soft and fluffy.&nbsp;Just make sure not to overdo it (two teaspoons of baking powder are enough) as otherwise, it'll leave you with an unpleasant chalky aftertaste.&nbsp;Take care not to over-mix your pancake batter either, as doing so can result in more of a chewy pancake texture.Is it better to make pancakes with milk or water?Milk is used for its flavour, so in our opinion it's better to use than water — but that being said, you can definitely use water should you be out of milk!&nbsp;If you don't use milk, just make sure to be generous with the ingredients that will provide the pancakes with flavour instead, like sugar and butter.&nbsp;Photo: Nadin Sh / PexelsHow to reheat pancakesWe would avoid the microwave for fear of making our pancakes soggy, so the best thing to do is to use the toaster (only do this if your pancakes are plain, as any filling could potentially burn and make a mess of your toaster).&nbsp;Alternatively, cover your pancakes with foil (so they don't become dry) and pop them in the oven for a few minutes.When to flip pancakesNo pressure, but pancakes should only be flipped once or they will lose precious fluffiness.&nbsp;So, when is the right time to flip?&nbsp;A common assumption is that&nbsp; pancakes should be flipped when bubbles begin to form on the surface, but this is wrong.&nbsp;Wait it out a little longer until the bubbles burst — then flip!Photo: Mae Mu / UnsplashCan you save pancake batter?Yes, pancakes and their batter can be saved for later if you don't eat them all in one sitting.You can store pancake batter in the fridge for up to four days, depending on the expiry date of the milk and eggs you used.And pancakes themselves will last for a day or two in the fridge, so long as they're kept in an airtight container.Can you freeze pancakes?You sure can.&nbsp;Make sure the pancakes are fully cooked, and then pop any you don't eat into a reusable sealed bag or Tupperware, and freeze for up to two months.Photo: Hilal Bilir / PexelsSounds flippin' great to us…So, we've covered the tools you need to make your pancakes (we LOVE the specialised Iceland Pancake Pan), as well as&nbsp;the key ingredients and our favourite toppings.&nbsp;We've also let you into the not-so-secret best pancake recipes that we'll definitely be making use of to make a tasty brunch.And finally, we've answered those pesky questions you've always wondered about (remember to wait to flip the pancakes when the bubbles burst).Now all that's left to do is the best part… the eating.Enjoy!Did you like this article? 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