Description
Discover how to make the best fluffy pancakes with this easy recipe. Perfectly tender and golden, these classic American breakfast pancakes are made from simple ingredients like flour, baking powder, milk, and eggs, creating a delightful start to your day. Enjoy them plain or customize with your favorite toppings such as chocolate chips or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking
- Additional butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt thoroughly to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. It’s important to leave a few small lumps in the batter to keep the pancakes tender and fluffy.
- Rest the Batter: Let the batter rest for 5 minutes; this allows the gluten to relax and the baking powder to work, enhancing fluffiness.
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the underside is golden brown and the pancakes are cooked through.
- Repeat: Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, adding butter or oil to the skillet as needed.
- Serve Warm: Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense pancakes.
- For extra fluffy pancakes, separate the egg and beat the egg white until soft peaks form before folding it gently into the batter.
- Customize the pancakes by adding chocolate chips, blueberries, or sliced bananas to the batter.
