Made with fluffy pancakes, fresh fruits, and playful decorations — a silly, happy monster breakfast kids will love.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 10 min | Serves: 4

Fun, colorful, and super engaging for kids
Encourages creativity as kids design their own monsters
Builds fine motor skills during decorating
Simple ingredients and quick to make
Perfect for themed breakfasts or parties
Mixing bowls (large + small)
Whisk
Nonstick frying pan
Silicone spatula
Measuring cups and spoons

Store cooked pancakes in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge.
Reheat in the toaster or microwave for a quick breakfast.
Always cook with adult supervision.
Keep pan handles turned inward to avoid spills.
Let the pan cool before touching or washing.
Wash fruits before use.

Step 1 — Mix Dry Ingredients
Action: Sift and whisk all dry ingredients together until evenly combined.
Step 2 — Mix Wet Ingredients
Action: Crack the egg, pour in milk and melted butter, then whisk into a smooth liquid mixture.
Step 3 — Combine Wet + Dry
Action: Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry bowl and gently whisk to form a slightly lumpy batter.
Step 4 — Rest the Batter
Action: Cover the bowl lightly and let the batter rest for 5 minutes to become airy and fluffy.

Step 5 — Color the Monster Batter
Action: Divide the batter into three bowls and mix in green, purple, and blue food coloring.
Step 6 — Cook the Pancakes
Action: Pour small circles of colored batter onto a heated pan and flip when bubbles appear.
Step 7 — Decorate the Faces
Action: Add banana eyes, blueberry pupils, chocolate chip freckles, and strawberry tongues.
Step 8 — Add Whipped Cream Hair
Action: Pipe or swirl whipped cream on top to create fun, messy monster hair.

Step 9 — Serve and Smile
Action: Arrange the monster pancakes on a plate and serve for a fun, colorful breakfast.

Tip: Try different fruit combos by season — peaches in summer, stewed apple in cooler months.
Swap whipped cream for yogurt to make it healthier.
Use gluten-free flour or oat flour for dietary needs.
Add honey drizzle instead of syrup for natural sweetness.
Yes — keep them in an airtight box for 2 days in the fridge.
Yes — the pancakes will taste the same, just not colorful.
Bananas and blueberries work best for easy decorating.
✅ Color recognition and creativity
✅ Basic cooking and sequencing skills
✅ Hand-eye coordination and confidence in the kitchen
✅ Encourages imagination and fun learning through food