The allure of fresh strawberries is simply undeniable. Their sweet, juicy goodness captivates our senses and leaves us yearning for more. With my mom’s strawberry patch flourishing like never before, she recently took full advantage and transformed the luscious berries into delectable syrup and jam. During Benny’s visit, he caught a glimpse of the jam-making process and was promptly invited to return the next day, armed with a jar to bring back to our house. However, with the jam’s limited shelf life of just two weeks, my mind is now brimming with exciting ideas on how to infuse strawberry magic into a variety of delectable creations.

I easily turned my go-to, old-fashioned pancake recipe into a strawberry treat this morning using this recipe:

Strawberry Pancakes:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 1/4 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoons fresh strawberry jelly
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and jelly.
2. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
3. Preheat a the skillet or griddle over medium heat.
4. Add 1 tablespoon butter.
5. Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, then carefully flip it and cook the other side until golden brown. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adjusting the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
6. Serve and Enjoy: I added raw agave syrup while the kids and Ben used regular maple syrup. You could go even further adding powdered sugar and whipped cream to really make it special.

With this recipe, you can bring the lusciousness of strawberries to your breakfast table in a delightful and creative way. The homemade strawberry jam adds a burst of fruity sweetness, taking these pancakes to the next level. Whether it’s a lazy weekend morning or a special occasion, these strawberry pancakes will surely bring joy and satisfaction to everyone who takes a bite. So, go ahead, gather your ingredients, and treat yourself to a plateful of strawberry-infused deliciousness!