What are the spoilage symptoms of pancakes?

Pancakes can spoil due to bacterial growth or exposure to moisture, oxygen, and light. Here are some common spoilage symptoms to look out for:

- Mold growth: Mold, usually visible as fuzzy white or colored spots, can grow on pancakes that have been left out at room temperature or improperly stored in the refrigerator.

- Sour or unpleasant odor: Pancakes that have spoiled will often develop a sour, yeasty, or unpleasant odor.

- Sliminess: Pancakes may become slimy to the touch if they have been exposed to moisture or have spoiled.

- Discoloration: Fresh pancakes are usually golden brown in color, but spoiled pancakes may become darker, duller, or develop an uneven color.

- Off-taste: Pancakes that have spoiled may taste sour, rancid, or have an otherwise unpleasant flavor.

To prevent spoilage, store pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer and consume them within a few days of preparation. If in doubt, it is always best to discard any pancakes that show signs of spoilage.