This quick and easy recipe has been a favorite for years, and for good reason. Made from scratch with everyday ingredients like flour, baking powder, sugar, butter, and egg, these pancakes taste far better than boxed mixes.
Lykkers, you can begin with our simple recipe, or explore variations using buttermilk or yogurt. Whichever you choose, you'll have a delightful stack of fluffy pancakes ready in under thirty minutes.
<h3> How to Make Fluffy Homemade Pancakes Every Time</h3>
Here are some tips for making perfect pancakes using fresh ingredients:
<b>1. Check your ingredients:</b> Ensure your flour and baking powder are fresh and haven't expired or gone rancid.
<b>2. Avoid over-stirring:</b> When mixing wet and dry ingredients, stir only until no dry spots of flour remain. Over-stirring develops gluten, making pancakes tougher and less fluffy.
<b>3. Let the batter rest:</b> Allow the batter to rest for about 10 minutes. This gives leaveners time to create tiny air pockets, resulting in fluffier pancakes.
<b>4. Preheat your cooking surface:</b> Make sure your skillet or griddle is fully heated before adding the batter. This ensures even cooking and nice browning.
<b>5. Make a test pancake:</b> Before cooking a full batch, make a test pancake to adjust the temperature and cooking time. Check the underside to ensure it's browning correctly.
<b>6. Don't press the pancakes:</b> Resist the urge to press down on pancakes with a spatula after flipping. This can make them dense and gummy instead of fluffy.
Following these tips will help you achieve delicious, fluffy pancakes every time!
How to Make Pancakes at Home | Easy Pancake Recipe
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<h3> Ingredients</h3>
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Assorted toppings: maple syrup, honey, jams, preserves, sweetened whipped cream, or chocolate syrup
<h3> Directions</h3>
<b>Step 1:</b>
- Preheat your oven to 200°F.
- Prepare a baking sheet or heatproof platter to keep cooked pancakes warm.
<b>Step 2:</b>
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
<b>Step 3:</b>
- In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter (or oil), and egg.
<b>Step 4:</b>
- Add the dry ingredients to the milk mixture. Whisk until just combined. It's okay if there are a few small lumps; avoid overmixing.
<b>Step 5:</b>
- Heat a large skillet (nonstick or cast-iron) or griddle over medium heat.
- Fold a sheet of paper towel in half, moisten it with oil, and use it to carefully rub the skillet or griddle.
<b>Step 6:</b>
- Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter onto the skillet or griddle for each pancake.
- Use the back of the spoon to spread the batter into a round shape. You can typically fit 2 to 3 pancakes in a large skillet at once.
<b>Step 7:</b>
- Cook the pancakes until the surface has bubbles and a few have burst, which usually takes about 1 to 2 minutes.
<b>Step 8:</b>
- Carefully flip the pancakes with a thin spatula and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until browned on the underside.
<b>Step 9:</b>
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a baking sheet or platter.
- Cover loosely with aluminum foil and keep warm in the oven while you cook the remaining pancakes.
- Continue adding oil to the skillet and cooking the rest of the batter. You'll end up with 12 to 15 pancakes.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Lykkers, we hope this recipe and these tips help you create perfect, fluffy pancakes every time!!
