How to Keep Pancakes Fresh

Store leftover pancakes properly for future eating.

Simple, fluffy pillows of comfort food, pancakes round out a perfect breakfast and satisfy even the hungriest of us. Because of their simple nature, pancakes lend themselves conveniently to toppings such as syrups and sauces as well as interior additions such as fruits, nuts, candies and spices. However, pancakes only taste good if they are prepared and stored properly. To keep your pancakes tender and fluffy, consider using a specific storing method. Does this Spark an idea?

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Baking sheet
Aluminum foil
Plate or platter
Wax or parchment paper
Plastic wrap
Airtight plastic container

Instructions

Storing Warm Pancakes
- 1
  
  Preheat an oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
  
  Place cooked pancakes in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Cover the pancakes with aluminum foil.
- 3
  
  Keep the pancakes warm for 10 to 15 minutes. Place the pancakes on a plate or platter and serve immediately.
Refrigerating Pancakes
- 4
  
  Allow cooked pancakes to cool in a single layer to room temperature on an ungreased baking sheet or platter.
- 5
  
  Stack the pancakes on top of each other, lining each one with a sheet of parchment or wax paper. Wrap the pancakes in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
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  Place the wrapped pancakes in a plastic freezer bag or airtight container. The pancakes will stay fresh for one to two days.
Freezing Pancakes
- 7
  
  Allow the pancakes to cool to room temperature in a single layer on a baking sheet or platter.
- 8
  
  Place a sheet of parchment or wax paper between each pancake and stack the pancakes six to eight inches high.
- 9
  
  Wrap each stack first in plastic wrap, and then again in aluminum foil. This will protect the pancakes from drying out.
- 10
  
  Put the wrapped pancakes in a plastic freezer bag, then store the bag in an airtight plastic container. The pancakes will stay fresh approximately one to two months.