TikTok Hack: The Strange Ingredient That Makes Pancakes Cloud-Like

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Ultimate Moisture Boost: Mayo locks in moisture, preventing dry or crumbly pancakes.

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Fluffy Finish: The emulsified texture helps aerate the batter, making pancakes pillowy soft.

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Neutral Taste: Surprisingly, mayo doesn’t affect the flavor. Your pancakes won’t taste like a sandwich.

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Perfect for Box Mixes: A tablespoon of mayo can transform boxed pancake mixes into diner-worthy stacks.

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TikTok Approved: Creators show before-and-after flips, with mayo pancakes rising higher and fluffier.

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Better Leftovers: Mayo pancakes reheat better without drying out, making them perfect for meal prep.

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One-Step Trick: Just add 1 tbsp of mayo per cup of pancake mix. Stir in like any other wet ingredient.

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