Pancake Fruit Tacos

Step 1: Prepare the Pancake Batter

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Step 2: Cook the Pancakes

1. Heat Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
2. Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
3. Keep Warm: Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter.

Step 3: Prepare the Fruit Filling

1. Slice Fruit: Prepare the fresh fruit by hulling and slicing strawberries, washing blueberries and raspberries, and slicing the banana.
2. Sweeten (Optional): If desired, drizzle the fruit with honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.

Step 4: Assemble the Pancake Tacos

1. Fill Pancakes: Take a warm pancake and spread a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream down the center.
2. Add Fruit: Top with a mix of fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and banana slices.
3. Fold and Serve: Fold the pancake in half to form a taco shape. Optionally, secure with a toothpick if serving to kids or if the pancakes are particularly thick.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

1. Garnish: Garnish with fresh mint leaves and an additional drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.
2. Serve Immediately: Serve the pancake fruit tacos immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Tips for Perfect Pancake Fruit Tacos:

• Thin Pancakes: Make the pancakes slightly thinner than usual to make them easier to fold without breaking.
• Variety: Experiment with different fruits like kiwi, mango, or pineapple for variety.
• Chill: Keep the fruit and yogurt chilled until just before serving for a refreshing contrast to the warm pancakes.
• Flavor: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the pancake batter for extra flavor.

Enjoy these delightful Pancake Fruit Tacos as a fun and delicious way to start your day!