Is it safe to eat pancake batter?

It's not safe to eat pancake batter raw. Here's why:

* Uncooked eggs: Raw eggs can contain salmonella bacteria, which can cause food poisoning.

* Flour: Flour can be contaminated with E. coli bacteria. While heat kills these bacteria, raw flour does not undergo this process.

* Other ingredients: Other ingredients like milk and baking powder may also contain bacteria that can make you sick.

Even if you use pasteurized eggs, the batter is still not safe because the flour hasn't been cooked.

The bottom line: Always cook your pancake batter thoroughly to kill any harmful bacteria.