PANCAKE ART CHALLENGE vs. Shady

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs (large, at room temperature)
• 1.5 cups Milk (whole milk or any plant‑based milk)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted and cooled slightly)
• 10 drops Food‑Grade Liquid Food Coloring – Red (for red characters (Among Us, Spider‑Man))
• 10 drops Food‑Grade Liquid Food Coloring – Yellow (for SpongeBob and yellow details)
• 10 drops Food‑Grade Liquid Food Coloring – Blue (for Among Us visor and Spider‑Man webbing)
• 10 drops Food‑Grade Liquid Food Coloring – Green (for Minecraft Creeper)
• 10 drops Food‑Grade Liquid Food Coloring – Brown (for emoji poop and shading)
• 10 drops Food‑Grade Liquid Food Coloring – Black (for outlines and eyes)
• to taste Maple Syrup (for serving)

Instructions

1. Prepare Basic Pancake Batter

   In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl beat the eggs, then add milk and melted butter. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined; a few lumps are fine.

   Time: PT5M

2. Divide Batter for Colors

   Pour the batter into 6 small bowls (one for each color plus a plain base). Add the appropriate food‑color drops to each bowl: red, yellow, blue, green, brown, and black. Stir gently until the color is uniform.

   Time: PT5M

3. Load Squeeze Bottles

   Transfer each colored batter into a squeeze bottle or piping bag. Label the bottles with a piece of tape so you don’t mix colors while drawing.

   Time: PT2M

4. Heat the Skillet

   Place the non‑stick skillet over medium‑low heat (about 325°F/160°C). Lightly coat with a thin layer of butter or oil using a paper towel.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 325°F

5. Draw the Outline (SpongeBob Example)

   Using the black‑colored batter, pipe the outline of SpongeBob’s face, eyes, nose, and mouth directly onto the skillet. Work quickly; the batter should be wet enough to spread but not run.

   Time: PT3M

6. Fill Colors

   After the outline sets (about 30 seconds), fill the interior sections with the corresponding colored batters: yellow for the body, white (plain batter) for eyes, red for tie, etc. Use a gentle squeezing motion to avoid breaking the outline.

   Time: PT4M

7. Cook the First Side

   Let the pancake cook undisturbed until the surface is set and no longer liquid (about 1–2 minutes). Small bubbles will appear around the edges.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 325°F

8. Flip Carefully

   Using a wide silicone spatula, gently slide under the pancake and flip it onto the plate. If you’re not ready to serve, return it to the skillet for another 30‑45 seconds to finish cooking the other side.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: 325°F

9. Repeat for Remaining Characters

   Clean the skillet lightly with a paper towel, re‑oil, and repeat steps 5‑8 for Among Us, Spider‑Man, Creeper, and the Emoji (poop) designs. Adjust colors as needed.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 325°F

10. Serve or Store

    Arrange the finished pancake artworks on a serving plate. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired, or serve plain to showcase the colors. Leftover pancakes can be stored as described in the storage section.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

4 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

1 g