FOOD NEWS
The Ziploc Hack That Will Change The Way You Cook Pancakes Forever
By Stacie Adams
Post-pancake cleanup is a bit of a hassle due to all the spoons and bowls — not to mention the challenge of transferring pancake batter from a bowl to a frying pan.
To help eliminate the mess and provide greater pouring control, mix your batter in a Ziploc bag and snip off the tip to easily squeeze it into the pan.
The concept is similar to frosting bags that help bakers apply the perfect amount of frosting in a controlled manner. However, you'll need to create the right batter consistency.
It's best to add your dry ingredients, such as flour and baking powder, to the bag first. Once these ingredients are fully incorporated, add the wet ingredients.
Allow the wet ingredients to reach room temperature before adding them to the bag, as cold ingredients are less likely to achieve the airy consistency you're going for.
Vigorously mixing the batter can cause more gluten to form, resulting in denser pancakes. Use a spoon to mix the ingredients in the bag lightly, then let it rest for five minutes.