Perfect Pancakes (For Waffle People) | Home Movies with Alison Roman

[@themorticians]

That pancake x first date metaphor is more helpful than anything a therapist has ever said.

[@S27061992]

@@alisoneroman haha

[@thedduck]

Bruh, she's ad-spons'ed now.. say wuutt.. hey congrats Alison & crew. Noice 😁

[@nebulashine4600]

unskippable ad break?? nooooooo 😫😭😭😭 just no

[@xyzpdq1122]

That’s what 100k subs gets you!

[@nebulashine4600]

@@xyzpdq1122 I've never seen one. Are they new? I pay every month so I don't have to see ads, now they're embedded? 🤢

[@Nuisance_Bear]

@@nebulashine4600 don’t take this the wrong way, but are you new to KZbin or something? When you pay for youtube premium, you are getting to skip the ads that play before every video before it even starts. This does not mean that creators won’t get sponsors themselves, and do their own ad reads, since frankly KZbin doesn’t pay shit for views alone, need to rack up millions of views regularly to make a living off it. If you really really hate it you can skip it, which they have made particularly easy here by segmenting it out by recipe step, with the ad read having its own segment. Most creators won’t do that. Personally I’m happy to see it. Get that monay, Alison.

[@nebulashine4600]

@@Nuisance_Bear I'm not new but thanks for the reply & I've never once seen an 'unskippable ad' - ie. an ad that didn't have the option to skip it - embedded in a video. And since I've been paying premium, I no longer see any ads - until this video that is.. So, ya 🤷‍♀️

[@themoon5602]

"Why would you pancake when you can waffle?" FINALLY, someone gets it

[@lisasevaaetasi3403]

I also have a Mickey shaped waffle maker if that helps 😂

[@meriadocbrandebouc]

I mean, why would your waffle when you can French Toast? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@lagringa7518]

@@meriadocbrandebouc Yes I would opt for that option for sure before a pancake.

[@MillieMaa]

Why would you waffle when you can pancake? Said some of us, many times...

[@Mike-kc2vz]

lol for real. I've never agreed more with someone on pancakes. "I don't need 6 of them. I'm fine with one... and the fact we eat this for breakfast 🙄"

[@martynamedrek5982]

In Poland, where I'm from, my grandma made this recipe with thin apple slices dipped inside the pancake. As a child I would get them sometimes on a Saturday lunch with confectioners sugar sprinkled on top instead of butter and maple syrup. I loved them with the apples. They were both sweet and a bit sour and crunchy.

[@KiKifulton]

“Flippies” to describe a spatula. Alison always speaks my language. 🤣 Alison went from not knowing Dennis had kids, to saying she would do anything for his kids! Lol!

[@jocelynferger9681]

Okay sorry not sorry about the subject change, but can we PLEASE talk about the FASHUNNNNN. THE GRAPHIC TEE!!!!!!! THE FLORALSSS!!!!!! THE BOWLS MATCH!!! LOVE.💖💖💖

[@jocelynferger9681]

ALWAYS!!!!!!!!😭💖

[@nikkamabuti]

@@alisoneroman Where are the bowls from? 😍

[@salyndalindyhogsett2804]

Loving the banter with the camera crew ❤️ "Dennis, you have a child? You have TWO children?!" Killing me!

[@gerrybgood3125]

The fact that you can make making pancakes into a video that we don't wanna stop watching speaks volumes.

[@suzannevosbeck7489]

during your explanation of slowing cooking pancakes it hit me why you are so fabulous at this cooking/teaching stuff...you make us feel comfortable with cooking. you explain things that make us feel confident and knowledgeable instead of cooking sometimes being a crapshoot like when to flip a pancake! you make us feel empowered!! thank you!!

[@kaileydeluca6531]

I’m not vegan and don’t see myself becoming vegan anytime soon, but I’d love to see you tackle a whole plant-based meal!

[@XoxoAnnieMarie]

@@rebeccawelbourn3844 nah, in some of her videos she mentions how you can make things plant based

[@Lisa-ny5ke]

​@@XoxoAnnieMarieyou won't be forced to cook it once Alison makes the video. I hope you know that 😅

[@emilydewenter6308]

i love your nty pancake recipe! by far my favorite pancake recipe. but i am much more a fan of using some fat and almost completely wiping it out before putting in the batter. i just don't love when the pancake is almost fried and this way it gives the perfect look for me. but my favorite thing to do is add orange zest to the batter and serve the cakes with a slice of orange. SOOOO good and makes it feel less rich

[@Sbannmarie]

"1st pancake is like the 1st date" Alison Roman declared. And everyone nods in agreement.

[@1983Wells]

I can tell from this recipe that Alison is doing really good work in therapy and/or journaling, and I'm legit proud of her. Pancake recipe + technique? 4/5 pancakes; will eat again. The "first pancake" metaphor for growth in one's personal and romantic life? 11/10; will use this in my own adult growth.

[@mikeyscotj]

The fact that the spon isn’t food related is sending me 😂

[@jamieprince212]

Great recipe! Re: "tasting baking soda flavor...", for me the culprit is the baking ~powder~ if it contains sodium aluminum phosphate / sodium aluminum sulfate (such as the Davis brand it looks like you used)... I grew up with that and could always taste a harsh metallic edge in muffins, cakes, biscuits etc it was used in. Switched to aluminum-free BP years ago and never looked back: no harsh metallic-chemical aftertaste anymore!

[@citlalysilva8285]

I can’t help to love her, I’m so glad she has her own channel 🥲

[@DavidBeckerdigitalinnovation]

Jaques Pepin once said about making the first crepe that the "pan needs to get in the mood," When I was six years old I had no idea what he meant but my mom giggled at the comment. I usually toss or eat the first pancake. I would never serve it to a guest.

[@kaiju_k5042]

ha, that's adorable!

[@MGD313]

That first pancake wasn't a disaster. Love is real!

[@marialane1805]

I don’t know what I like more, the recipes or your great sense of humor and wonderful personality! Thank you 🙏

[@MatheusRodrigues-up4jl]

I sat down to have lunch and the notification came in. The universe is definitely on my side today!

[@RichardKnight76]

Same, heading out for Dim Sum and now I’m reconsidering my life decisions.

[@davidcho0828]

@@RichardKnight76 Pancakes for dinner!

[@yusufbanna]

I didn't know that pancakes have this much metaphysical and existential depth before watching you cook them while talking abt them (or to them¿).🙂 I thoroughly enjoyed the expreience.

[@xhandhele]

So glad you're back! And also teaching us about good dating metaphors! LOVE YOU!

[@raine681]

Omg alison to do all adverts ever. The only ad break I’ve ever enjoyed watching haha. Well done guys and can’t wait to try this recipe I love pancakes and never get them like thissss!! Excited!

[@kevinchen4599]

I loved that ad. Thank you Alison.

[@karissareynafarje7943]

The way googly eye dill is a recurring character at this point.

[@dianegee3168]

At first, I thought a 14 minute vid on pancakes is insane but as I watched it, I didn’t want it to end.

[@bstrac77]

I always wondered if I was the only one who had "first pancake" issues. Thanks for sharing Alison!

[@lonniebroadnax2105]

Greetings Alison! Please note that I am BOTH a Pancake AND a Waffle Person. But I enjoyed this video so much that today (5/20/2021) I followed your approach. The pancakes came out splendidly! Crispy on the edges and fluffy on the inside (even with added blueberries). You are a Gem Alison!! I've always loved your no-nonsense approach to cooking and meal preparation, but now homemade pancakes will never be the same in our home. Thank you so much Alison! Love you Girl!!

[@roxpr2000]

I am all about that dark, crispy edge. Only achievable with enough fat in the pan, not the faint whiff of cooking spray like so many people seem to use. I prefer to cook my pancakes in salted butter, need that saltiness. But I'm curious about using coconut oil. Nicely done, Alison!

[@TalkAsSoftAsChalk]

The first pancake is just a sacrifice to the pancake gods so the rest of them turn out right. That's how I always see it.

[@Nuisance_Bear]

why is this so accurate

[@abbybertics9657]

in russian there's an idiom "the first pancake is a lump." they know

[@artandmusic97]

That garden t-shirt plus lipstick combo is the greatest thing I've ever seen!

[@tyisha2105]

My mom’s pancakes were always like that. The crispy edges…whew! She definitely made them from the box with the lady who we will not name. Pancakes are my number one I almost never get the other two.

[@yvonneweiohara399]

"That's the pancake rising. I'm a Libra rising" LOL

[@courtneystipa6128]

This is by far the best pancake recipe!! Been making for awhile now and refuse to use any other one out there. Crispy but still taste like fluffy clouds

[@balmoremartinez5301]

"The first pancake never comes out well." I absolutely felt that

[@irmadiaz2838]

I clicked so fast! Anything home movies is amazing!

[@barbarajaszczuk4426]

Hi Alison! I can't believe you made racuchy! I'm Polish although my dear grandma (who taught me how to make racuchy while I was still a kid) was raised surrounded by Ukrainian cuisine so I can't tell you where this recipe originates from exactly:) It was one of the first recipes I learnt by heart. Love these little pancakes. And I could have six or more, no problems with that, haha! Thank you for presenting this in such a beautiful way. I love how you talk about food and cooking, one can tell it's your passion! And thanks for reminding me to call my nan, my eyes almost got teary! ps. check out different variations of this recipe- with white cheese or chopped apples. they're also delicious!

[@surferkat24]

love the trick of heating up the fat in the pan, then adding it back into the batter. So efficient!

[@gaya3mohan87]

Indians (specially South Indian) when we make our dosa, we test with a small dosa. My grandmother called it as God’s share. But it is actually a chef’s treat. She uses it to taste check salt and let the pan and batter get used to it.

[@lindseyfranklin6443]

When I made the batter, I was initially concerned that it was too thin. But after making many AR recipes, I held faith and was rewarded with the perfect pancake. It's crunchy and light, cooked perfectly in coconut oil, giving a little subtle sweetness. The only change would be adding more salt or putting salted butter on them, but I love that sweet/salty combo from the syrup. Also, it makes a lot of pancakes, so I would halve the recipe for 4 people if I was serving protein sides like eggs or bacon. This recipe 100% changed my opinion on pancakes.

[@williammarcus5090]

I love your top. The colors are amazing.

[@deanr3417]

I actually bought that spatula because I saw you using it so much. I love it! I just have to remember not to brutalize my non-stick stuff with it!

[@nimeshadesilva7818]

I just stumbled upon the genius that is you. I've been binge watching your videos and enjoying them thoroughly. You're wonderful. Keep up the fabulous work. Loads of love from Sri Lanka!;

[@fouroverseven7799]

I've said this before, but you have the best sense of humor.

[@ivybelle1]

OMG the look on your face when you threw out "sprinkles" as a pancake topping option had me LOLing. The best :D

[@ariellasperling3666]

Wow. It’s like you were a fly on the wall with me and my friends. Martha Stewart has always spoken about the first pancake being blah. And my friends and I have made the metaphor about the first date after a breakup being “the first pancake!” “He was the first pancake, on to the next one” PS. I’ve always used olive oil while making crepes and pancakes. My mom did and now I do. And I loveeeeeee it.

[@TheRealBoof]

Olive oil is the way to go. If you and your friends treat men like pancakes then you need help.

[@ariellasperling3666]

@@TheRealBoof never “treated” anyone like a pancake. Don’t really think that’s possible. Simply a metaphor about one girl’s dating experience. And hey! My husband should have been considered the “first pancake” because I dated him right after a break-up. But you know, sometimes that first pancake comes out juusssttt perfectly! ☺️✌🏼 And glad you’re on the olive oil train!

[@HeathenChannel]

I usually skip the sponsor bit in youtube videos but with this one I watched it twice

[@nicoleberger2507]

Thank you Alison for addressing the first pancake. 😂 It’s always the confidence crusher! I’m also a firm believer in the crunch ring of the pancake! 👩🏻‍🍳’s 😘 Definitely making pancakes this weekend! 🥞🥞🥞

[@stikcler]

I just made these. Really good. The only difference was that I used plain yogurt thinned with milk This recipe is a keeper. Thanks Alison!

[@rebeccadawn8212]

My waffle soul twin! I felt like I was the ONLY one that felt the same about the difference between waffles and pancakes and why waffles are superior. Not to mention, PLEASE do not give me a blond waffle! Haha!

[@lss714]

Get paid, girl! Never thought I'd say this, but I'm glad to see the ads. Glad for her.

[@kmares1219]

why have I never thought to DUNK pancakes in syrup rather than pour it on top?! absolute game-changer.

[@laurenbi]

Oh yes, honey.

[@judiesuh6858]

I dunk long ago~🤭👍

[@mzzzzzzday]

i do this because i like the taste of pancakes without syrup!

[@kkz201]

I'm certain we've all done the shallow dunk... 1. create swamp of maple syrup on plate 2. dunk bite of pancake in it 3. swirl 4. enjoy

[@jvallas]

My 26-year-old grandson was recently reminiscing about the waffles I used to make for him, and they were sticks (I totally don’t remember that). I’m sure most of the charm was that you can dunk a stick.

[@paigemariaful]

I was on the Waffle Train for the longest time. But it’s so true - a delicious, salty, crispy pancake can step up to the plate and compete. Thanks Alison! Can’t wait to try these.

[@kaiju_k5042]

Oooo yummy!! I love waking up on Tuesday mornings speculating what Alison will be cooking today, always such a great surprise!

[@josepablomendoza6247]

Tbh what I Love the most about home movies is that like in dessert person you watch Claire Saffits be like "you need a stand mixer", but when you arrive here it's always like "I am a person; here's a dish I'm cooking". Doesn't get better than this.

[@CassieOcean]

Yes!! I have been making them this way since college because I need the crunch. I love you Alison!!

[@marilynkozlow8400]

I’m an old broad and was always told, if your pans smokin it’s too hot.

[@nicoleflores2294]

Besides Alisons cooking I’m loving her blouses! And her cozy kitchen is 👌🏼

[@siobhanmcardle2515]

i love the first pancake dating metaphor... so good

[@jbt6007]

Thank you Alison and glad you are thriving on your own channel! These are fantastic videos. xoxo

[@jjb890814]

2:48 Did I just see the dill with googly eyes in the center? I am so happy now

[@neatcaroline1893]

These look just like the pancakes from Chez Ma Tante AKA the best pancakes in the world! Can’t wait to try these bad boys. And congrats on the sponsorship 🔥💕

[@bebivpro]

These look delish! For some reason I don't like eggs in my pancakes, so I skip them and they always turn out good. I also like extra butter and extra sugar in my batter. They're the only pancakes I like...BUT I will try this recipe bc I trust Alison 😁.

[@dginpomo1461]

The secret to a perfect 1st pancake is to put the pan on the burner, then start the batter. I use a nonstick pan and don't add butter or oil to it. Pancakes are perfectly browned and crispy.

[@reginaceragioli8101]

Really appreciate the dill callbacks

[@JM-oc3ty]

I ate soooooo many of these pancakes today - I had to take a nap. Thank you for this recipe, the vids and so much deliciousness from the Açores (where we don’t have buttermilk, but we work around it)🌴

[@austinmarlowe8637]

I personally love an ad! Get that money Alison!

[@allanhuang8851]

I’m not a pancake person either but I’ll watch this entire episode just for Alison

[@mauramel4149]

Made these this morning cause I had some buttermilk to use up, and well, let’s just say there is NO OTHER pancake. So delicious.

[@anuradhabhandari3285]

Dear waffle person, your waffle recipe will brighten up many of my days. Yours sincerely, a bored pancake person.

[@magnusanimus5235]

I'm definitely a pancake person but ours are closer to large crepes than the American-style pancakes. For us (Dutch family) it's also a dinner time food and I love to bake them with cheese and bacon and then drizzle over some syrup while they're still hot. Unless there are left-overs, then it's cold pancakes for breakfast... ;) I'm tempted to try yours though, next time I'm making some.

[@the.annethology]

OMG get that sponsorship coin Alli!!! Im so so ready for pancakes and *hopefully* your merch!!!

[@josepha133]

You should try a german pancake (Pfannenkuchen) recipe! They are much thinner and therefore much crispier. You eat them with either marmelade or a cinnamon / sugar / butter concoction.

[@jeanlaubenthal698]

Your bowls are color coordinated ...with your top ...how cute!

[@sammycarroll2771]

I really like a pancake but a good pancake. One, like this recipe, that is crispy from the frying on the outside and fluffy on the inside. It's rare I order them at a breakfast place because not a lot of places do pancakes well. I also think resting your pancake batter for at least 10 minutes does a world of good (I rest mine for 20-30 min).

[@lisaanderson135]

Ha ha, “libra rising”! I am the exact opposite; October Libra with Virgo rising. Pancakes and waffles are my go to “treat” breakfast meals... I am so conflicted about which I like better. To me it’s like asking which is my favorite child 🤦‍♀️😂

[@natalyamartirosyan]

I’m not sure if someone has already mentioned this in the comments, but there’s a proverb in Russian which says: first pancake is always a lump. Meaning that the first one almost never turns out to be good and thin.

[@timothyogwynn3410]

This show is going places.

[@thediazfamily1586]

I'm definitely a waffle person too...but this looks good! Thank you Alison!

[@BromeroCards]

These are cute, I like a tiny pancake :) the best! We love you Alison! - Ricky

[@annie-francemartel7365]

These are THE BEST !!!!!!!! I am crêpes person… but , wow !

[@BellaRainDrops]

Wah ha Dilbert was in the audience saying Woooo lol !

[@pavelow235]

Everyone's favorite chef.

[@lindsaymiller1669]

The parsley with google eyes in the audience was great 😂

[@harrietmikhailanavolkovoy9417]

Goodness, Alison. You have ads nowww!

[@PrernaBhatia198]

Looove! ❤️ Also tbh, a Tinder ad placement would've been better suited for this video 😂

[@droman0120]

I can confirm, the BEST pancakes . THE BEST.

[@andorrasrevenge1683]

this is exactly how my dad makes his pancakes, and they are great!

[@lt3074]

just the way i like them, yum! can't wait to try these

[@stregadisalem732]

I’m a pancake person. If you follow the right procedure and you’re detail oriented about it, take your time, pancakes will have texture, especially with a cast iron skillet. But I’m always interested in finding different ways to make them.

[@laurentalley1689]

Your videos make my life better, thank you

[@lostinmyspace4910]

At 12:40, like my boss would always say, "When its brown its cooking; when its black, its cooked!"

[@smcaine]

YES, this is what I needed. Pancakes are an important part of life and memories. That 3rd pancake was perfect, but those silver dollar small pancakes are 'so cute'. Thank you Alison. #pancakeperson

[@kelsietsang]

Your cast iron skillet looks soooo much better than most, if not all, other cast iron skillets out there. What is the brand for the one used in the video?

[@writer4peace]

You are the BOMBDIGGITY! Thanks so much.

[@serenabouta3496]

My great-grandma used to say "put 'er on high, and let 'er fry!" --ESPECIALLY concerning pancakes.

[@StanleyDo]

The sassy “I’m a Libra rising” sends me 😂 Fellow Libra rising here ♎️

[@AlanBrownArt]

Love your vids - I think that I've watched every single one beginning with the NYT Cooking. Just an aside, when saying the link for Policygenius: You said 'backslash Alison' for the link. It's just *slash*. I know it's minor and ridiculous, but my OCD kicked in.

[@AlanBrownArt]

The backslash is used for nothing but computer coding anyway, so I understand why everyone sees it as interchangeable. Just saying 'slash' sounds so gruesome, and 'forward slash' is too many syllables!

[@sharonkim5814]

Can we find out where you got the cast iron pan? It looks lighter than most.