Description
These fluffy pancakes are a classic breakfast favorite, made with simple pantry ingredients and cooked on the stovetop for a light, airy texture. Perfect for a weekend brunch served with maple syrup, honey, or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure they are evenly mixed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and the egg.
- Mix Batter: Whisk all the ingredients together until the batter is smooth but slightly lumpy, indicating a thick consistency. If you prefer a thinner batter, add a little more milk until you reach the desired texture.
- Heat Pan: Place a nonstick pan or griddle over medium-low heat and lightly grease it with butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Use the back of your measuring cup to gently spread the batter into a round shape.
- Flip Pancakes: When bubbles start to form on the surface and the underside turns golden brown, carefully flip the pancake using a spatula and cook the other side until it is also golden brown.
- Repeat and Serve: Continue cooking the remaining batter in the same manner. Serve your fluffy pancakes warm with maple syrup, honey, fresh fruit, or any toppings of your choice.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes light and fluffy; a few lumps are okay.
- Cooking on medium-low heat ensures that pancakes cook evenly without burning.
- You can substitute milk with a plant-based alternative for a dairy-free version.
- Add-ins like blueberries or chocolate chips can be stirred into the batter before cooking for variety.
- For easier flipping, use a wide spatula and ensure the underside is golden before turning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg