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Fluffy Pancakes Recipe

4.9 from 65 reviews

This Fluffy Pancakes recipe creates soft, airy, and golden pancakes perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, milk, eggs, and butter, these pancakes boast a tender texture and subtle vanilla flavor. Easy to prepare on the stovetop, they’re a classic choice for serving 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

  1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir them together to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
  2. Add wet ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and crack in the egg. Begin whisking gently to combine.
  3. Combine batter: Whisk all ingredients together until the batter is smooth but still slightly lumpy. The batter should be thick but pourable; add a little more milk if you prefer a thinner consistency.
  4. Heat and grease pan: Preheat a nonstick pan or griddle over medium-low heat. Lightly coat the cooking surface with butter to prevent sticking.
  5. Cook pancakes: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot pan for each pancake. Gently smooth the batter into a rounded shape with the back of the measuring cup.
  6. Flip pancakes: Cook until the underside is golden and bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Use a spatula to carefully flip the pancake and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more.
  7. Serve: Repeat with remaining batter. Serve the pancakes warm with maple syrup, honey, or fresh fruit for a delicious breakfast treat.

Notes

  • You can adjust the batter thickness by adding a little more milk if you prefer thinner pancakes.
  • Ensure the pan is not too hot to prevent burning while allowing pancakes to cook through.
  • Use fresh baking powder for best rising results.
  • Butter can be substituted with oil, but butter adds a richer flavor.
  • These pancakes freeze well; reheat in a toaster or oven for a quick breakfast.

Keywords: fluffy pancakes, breakfast, easy pancakes, stovetop pancakes, classic American breakfast