Learn how to freeze pancakes so that you can enjoy a quick and easy breakfast on those busy weekday mornings! You can prepare your favorite pancake recipes in bulk and store them for later! Once you learn this simple trick, you'll always have pancakes on hand!
Guide To Freezing Pancakes
Homemade pancakes are so much better than store-bought ones, and you can easily make them ahead of time too! You can make a large batch, let them cool, and store them in the freezer for easy meal prep breakfasts.
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- Guide To Freezing Pancakes
- How To Store Pancakes
- Best Pancakes For Freezing
- How To Freeze Pancakes
- How Long Can You Freeze Pancakes
- How To Reheat Pancakes
- How To Serve Pancakes
- ❓ Do I Need To Thaw Frozen Pancakes?
- ❓ Can I Freeze Pancake Batter?
- ❓ Do Pancakes Freeze Well?
- 🥞 Pancake Recipes To Freeze For Later
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments & Reviews
Don't forget to look at my collection of pancake recipes to spruce up your morning breakfast! You can also learn how to make pancakes fluffier or how to make boxed pancake mix better!
How To Store Pancakes
If you're looking for short-term storage, you can easily keep your leftover pancakes in the fridge for up to a week. This is a great option if you just want to make a week's worth of pancakes or if you just have a few left over.
You can either wrap them tightly in aluminum foil or place them into a sealed, airtight container.
Best Pancakes For Freezing
You can essentially freeze any kind of pancake you like! You'll want to hold off on any toppings, though.
So avoid adding any syrups or whipped cream until you are ready to serve!
I like to keep a stash of mini silver dollar pancakes for the kiddos or even some standard buttermilk pancakes!
How To Freeze Pancakes
Before you toss your pancakes into the freezer, make sure they have cooled completely to room temperature. This is important! If there is any remaining heat, the pancakes will release moisture when freezing, and ice crystals will form.
Once cooled, there are a few different ways you can choose to freeze them:
- Store each pancake separately in a storage bag
- Flash-freeze them in a single layer
- Stack and layer them with wax or parchment paper
While storing them separately could be convenient for kids to be able to grab, I have found that either flash-freezing them or layering them are the easiest ways.
Flash-Freezing Pancakes
- Place your cooled pancakes onto a baking sheet without the sides touching.
- Move the sheet into the freezer for 1-2 hours or until solid.
- Transfer the frozen pancakes to your storage container.
*If you are worried about your pancakes sticking together, you can still choose to layer the frozen pancakes using parchment paper.
Layering Pancakes
- Stack your cooled pancakes with a square of parchment paper separating each one.
- Place the stack into your storage container and freeze.
Storage Containers For Pancakes
I enjoy using zip-top storage bags for my pancakes, but you could also use an airtight plastic or glass container.
Try to remove as much excess air as possible, or stack the container completely full with pancakes. This helps to reduce the risk of possible freezer burn.
How Long Can You Freeze Pancakes
When stored properly, your pancakes will last in the freezer for 1-2 months. I try to use mine within the first month, but they will keep just fine for two.
How To Reheat Pancakes
Once you are ready to enjoy those tasty pancakes again, make sure you reheat them properly! You can reheat them using several methods: the oven, the toaster, an air fryer, your stovetop, or the microwave!
I have an in-depth guide to reheating pancakes if you need some tips or tricks!
How To Serve Pancakes
After you have reheated your pancakes, you can load them up with all of your favorite pancake toppings! Some fresh maple syrup, whipped cream, roasted berries, or toffee sauce can easily upgrade your breakfast!
Make them a well-rounded, complete meal by pairing them with your favorite sides, too! Check out my post on what to serve with pancakes for tons of tasty recipes!
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❓ Do I Need To Thaw Frozen Pancakes?
Nope! One of the reasons freezing pancakes is so practical is that you don't have to thaw them out to reheat them!
Go ahead and reheat them straight from frozen using your preferred method.
❓ Can I Freeze Pancake Batter?
Sure! Pancake batter can certainly be prepared in advance and then frozen for later. All you need to do is whip up your preferred pancake batter and then pour it into a large, gallon-size zip-top bag.
Squeeze out all of the excess air and then freeze the bag flat. It can be frozen for up to 1 month.
When ready, either thaw the bag in the fridge overnight or place it into some warm water to speed up the process. Snip off the corner of the bag and pipe the batter directly onto your griddle.
❓ Do Pancakes Freeze Well?
Absolutely! Pancakes freeze incredibly well, making them an ideal make-ahead breakfast. The key to proper storage is separating the layers of pancakes using wax paper so that they don't stick together.
They are quick and convenient to reheat (just like the store-bought ones), but taste so much better!
🥞 Pancake Recipes To Freeze For Later
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How To Freeze Pancakes: Banana Pancakes (Best Methods & Tips!)
Ingredients
- ¾ cup banana (about 1½-2 large browned bananas, mashed)
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk (or almond, coconut, or oat milk)
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar (or maple syrup)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, mash together ¾ cup banana and 1 large egg.
- Stir in ¾ cup milk and 2 teaspoon vanilla extract, then add 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 tablespoon sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
- Stir or whisk in 1 cup all-purpose flour until the flour is fully incorporated into the batter. It’s alright to have a slightly lumpy banana pancake batter.
- Set the batter aside for 20 minutes at room temperature for fluffier pancakes. *The batter can be refrigerated overnight.
- Lightly grease your skillet or griddle with oil or non-stick cooking spray and heat to medium-high.
- Portion the banana pancake batter out onto your preheated skillet in ¼ cup rounds.
- Cook 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned, then flip and cook on the other side until risen and cooked through, 1-2 minutes more.
- Serve immediately while hot out of the skillet.
Notes
- You can easily mash your bananas in a large ziptop bag, just squeeze until smooth. Snip the tip of a corner off then pour into your mixing bowl.
- Buttermilk is an amazing upgrade to this base recipe.
- Bacon grease is a tasty addition to cooking any pancakes.
- Crushed walnuts, pecans, or almonds can be sprinkled into the pancake batter once portioned. Additionally, chocolate chips, sliced bananas, and fresh berries are great add-ins too.
- If you’re making more pancakes (in the case of doubling or tripling this recipe), keep your cooked pancakes toasty in the oven in the warm setting or at 200°F (93°C/Gas Mark ¼)
- Makes approximately 8 pancakes.
- Keep in the fridge for up to four days or freeze for easy meal prep and a grab-and-go breakfast.
- To freeze, let your pancakes cool to room temperature and then stack them in a sealed container with parchment paper separating each layer. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- You don't have to thaw frozen pancakes before reheating them.
- Reheat your pancakes in a toaster, in the microwave, or in the oven.
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