Heavenly Indian Masala Chai Pancakes with Cardamom Cream

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour, sifted
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon chai masala spice
• 1 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg, beaten

• 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. 01
   In a large bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and chai masala spice.
2. 02
   In a separate bowl, combine milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and beaten egg.
3. 03
   Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. 04
   Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
5. 05
   Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
6. 06
   Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Keep warm until all pancakes are cooked.
7. 07
   To make the cardamom cream, beat the chilled heavy cream, powdered sugar, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract in a bowl until soft peaks form.
8. 08
   Serve the pancakes warm topped with a generous dollop of cardamom cream.