What is a popular topping customers can add to their pancakes at IHOP?

Fresh fruit is indeed a popular topping that many customers enjoy adding to their pancakes at IHOP. This choice aligns with IHOP's focus on offering a variety of options that cater to different tastes and preferences. Fresh fruit not only adds natural sweetness and flavor to pancakes but also provides a vibrant, visually appealing presentation. Common choices include strawberries, blueberries, and bananas, which complement the fluffy texture of pancakes perfectly.

Other available toppings like marshmallows, chocolate sauce, and coconut flakes are less traditional for pancakes, which often lean toward classic fruit and syrup combinations. While these options can certainly be appealing for some, they do not enjoy the same level of widespread popularity or classic association as fresh fruit does within the pancake menu at IHOP.