Camping Tips : Pancake Batter In A Ketchup Bottle - 50 Campfires

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 2 teaspoons Baking Powder (helps pancakes rise)
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt (pinch)
• 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar (adds slight sweetness)
• 1 cup Milk (whole milk recommended)
• 1 large Egg (room temperature)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted)
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (optional, for flavor)

Instructions

1. Gather Ingredients and Equipment

   Collect all listed ingredients, measuring tools, mixing bowl, whisk, clean ketchup bottle, and a griddle for the campfire.

   Time: PT5M

2. Rinse the Ketchup Bottle

   Wash the empty ketchup bottle with warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and let it air‑dry completely.

   Time: PT3M

3. Combine Dry Ingredients

   In the mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT2M

4. Add Wet Ingredients and Mix

   Add the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Whisk until the batter is smooth with no visible flour pockets.

   Time: PT5M

5. Transfer Batter to Ketchup Bottle

   Using a small funnel if needed, pour the batter into the cleaned ketchup bottle, leaving a small air gap at the top. Screw the cap on tightly.

   Time: PT2M

6. Heat the Griddle

   Place the griddle over the campfire and let it heat to medium temperature—about 350°F (175°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Pour Pancake Batter

   Squeeze the ketchup bottle to release roughly 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Flip and Finish Cooking

   When bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set (about 1–2 minutes), flip the pancakes with a spatula and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

9. Serve

   Remove pancakes from the griddle, stack them, and serve with butter, maple syrup, fruit, or any preferred topping.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

180

Protein

4g

Carbohydrates

30g

Fat

6g

Fiber

1g