The Ultimate Weekend Breakfast You Will Dream About
We took classic fluffy weekend pancakes and upgraded them with the holy grail of Trader Joe’s spreads: Speculoos Cookie Butter. Drizzled with warm melted cookie spread and topped with fresh strawberries, this recipe is guaranteed to make your kitchen smell like a European bakery!
Whether you’re making breakfast in bed for the kids or hosting brunch with friends, these pancakes take under 15 minutes to whip up using standard Trader Joe’s pantry staples.
Ingredients You Will Need
- 1 Cup Trader Joe’s Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix
- 3/4 Cup Cold water or milk
- 1 Egg (for extra fluffiness)
- 1/3 Cup Trader Joe’s Speculoos Cookie Butter (warmed)
- 1 Cup Fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 Tbsp Unsalted butter (for the griddle)
- Optional: Whipped cream and maple syrup
Step-By-Step Recipe Instructions
Step 1: Whisk The Batter
In a large bowl, combine the pancake mix, cold milk, and egg. Gently whisk until just combined. Do NOT overmix—small lumps in the batter guarantee fluffy, light pancakes!
Step 2: Warm The Cookie Butter
Spoon 1/3 cup of Trader Joe’s Cookie Butter into a microwave-safe dish. Microwave on high for 15 to 20 seconds until it becomes smooth and pourable.
Step 3: Swirl & Cook
Heat a non-stick griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp of butter. Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of warm cookie butter directly onto the batter before flipping. Cook for 2 minutes until bubbles pop on top, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Step 4: Stack & Serve
Stack the golden pancakes high on a plate, drizzle generously with remaining warm cookie butter, top with fresh sliced strawberries, and finish with a swirl of whipped cream!
Pro Kitchen Hacks For Perfect Pancakes
- Griddle Temp: Keep your burner at medium-low so the cookie butter swirl caramelizes without burning.
- Crunch Addition: Fold 2 tbsp of crushed Speculoos cookies into the batter for an irresistible crunchy bite!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use Crunchy Cookie Butter instead of Smooth?
Yes! Crunchy Cookie Butter adds delicious little speculoos cookie bits to every single bite.
The Final TTB Verdict
These Trader Joe’s Cookie Butter Pancakes score a perfect 10/10 for weekend breakfast perfection!
