If we were to rate kitchen gadgets on their level of usefulness and frequency of use, the pancake mold would hang its head and take a seat between to the melon baller and the bread machine. That being said, they are considerably more charming that a shrimp deveiner and unlike the ceramic garlic roaster from Aunt Helen pancake molds can be hung on the kitchen wall as decor. And these reasonably priced widgets do make for a great looking breakfast platter and can be used for both pancakes and eggs. Admit it, they really are cute and kids love them.

a) Pancake Boys & Girls
b) Pancake Rooster
c) Transportation Pancakes
d) Springtime Pancakes
e) Pancake Sheep in two parts

Boy and girls, an internet sensation that made it all the way to Good Morning America, may I present the Pancake Song. While you may need to limit how many times Jr can hit the replay button, it will definitely put you in the mood for breakfast.

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