Italian Pancake Dunkers
Transform your breakfast routine with these savory Italian Pancake Dunkers—a flavor-packed twist on traditional pancakes. Infused with aromatic dried basil, oregano, garlic powder, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, these light and fluffy pancake strips are the ultimate handheld treat. Perfectly golden and cooked to perfection, they’re filled with gooey mozzarella cheese for a melty, indulgent surprise in every bite. Designed for dunking, these pancake strips pair beautifully with tangy marinara sauce or rich garlic-infused olive oil, making them a crowd-pleasing option for breakfast, brunch, or even an appetizer. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is the perfect way to bring bold Italian flavors to your table. Whether you’re hosting guests or looking for a creative way to enjoy pancakes, these Italian Pancake Dunkers are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.25 cups Milk
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter or oil (for greasing the skillet)
- 1 cup Marinara sauce (for dipping)
- 0.5 cup Garlic-infused olive oil (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, and olive oil. Whisk until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. The batter should be thick but pourable. Do not overmix.
Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese until evenly distributed.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil.
Spoon the batter onto the skillet in long, narrow strips (about 4–5 inches long and 1 inch wide) to form the 'dunkers.' Cook for about 2–3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
Using a spatula, flip the dunkers and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked dunkers to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.
Serve the Italian Pancake Dunkers warm with marinara sauce and/or garlic-infused olive oil on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.1 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.7 g | 249% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 346 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 4627 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.7 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.2 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1157 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1533 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
