Canada Day Maple Bacon Pancake Stack Recipe

Start your Canada Day with these fluffy **Canada Day Maple Bacon Pancake Stack**. After making these many times, I’ve perfected the balance of sweet and salty. The trick I discovered is using real maple syrup and crispy bacon. They’re crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and perfect for a cozy Canada Day breakfast. Try them with my **Cajun Chicken and Gravy** for a complete meal. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Cajun Chicken and Gravy and Chicken Panang Curry (Thai Coconut Curry).

What You'll Need for Canada Day Maple Bacon Pancake Stack Recipe

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 4 large eggs
• 4 slices bacon
• 1/4 cup real maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon maple extract (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Optional: Whipped cream
• Optional: Fresh berries
• Optional: Maple syrup for drizzling

How to Make Canada Day Maple Bacon Pancake Stack Recipe

1. Step 1: Cook bacon in a non-stick skillet until crispy. Remove from pan and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Step 3: In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, and maple extract (if using).
4. Step 4: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the cooked bacon.
5. Step 5: Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
6. Step 6: Serve the pancakes stacked high with your favorite toppings.

Storing & Reheating Canada Day Maple Bacon Pancake Stack Recipe

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The batter can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezing Canada Day Maple Bacon Pancake Stack Recipe

Freeze leftover pancakes for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For extra crispy bacon, bake it in the oven at 400°F for 20 minutes.
• Make-ahead: The batter can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
• Troubleshooting: If your pancakes are burning, reduce the heat to medium-low.

Canada Day Maple Bacon Pancake Stack Recipe

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

8 servings

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Diet

High protein

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 4 large eggs
• 4 slices bacon
• 1/4 cup real maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Seasonings

• 1 teaspoon maple extract (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Optional Toppings

• Whipped cream
• Fresh berries
• Maple syrup for drizzling

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook bacon in a non-stick skillet until crispy. Remove from pan and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Step 3: In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, and maple extract (if using).
4. Step 4: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the cooked bacon.
5. Step 5: Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
6. Step 6: Serve the pancakes stacked high with your favorite toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For extra crispy bacon, bake it in the oven at 400°F for 20 minutes.
• Make-ahead: The batter can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
• Troubleshooting: If your pancakes are burning, reduce the heat to medium-low.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze leftover pancakes for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds.
• Make ahead: The batter can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 430
• Protein: 18g
• Fat: 14g
• Carbs: 55g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Cholesterol: 180mg
• Sat. Fat: 6g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Canada Day Maple Bacon Pancake Stack Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!