Description
Classic homemade pancakes made from scratch, fluffy and golden brown, perfect for a delicious breakfast or brunch. These easy-to-make pancakes use simple pantry ingredients and are cooked on a griddle or skillet to achieve the perfect texture and flavor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Griddle or Skillet: Preheat your griddle or skillet to medium-high heat, approximately 350ºF. Lightly grease the cooking surface to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Stir the mixture to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid over mixing; some lumps in the batter are expected and desirable.
- Cook the Pancakes: Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the preheated griddle or skillet, shaping into circles as needed. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on the first side. Flip the pancakes when air bubbles appear and start to pop on the surface.
- Finish Cooking: Cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown. Continue cooking in batches until all batter is used.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes immediately, topped with butter and maple syrup for the best flavor.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine and help keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Adjust the heat of the griddle if pancakes brown too quickly or too slowly.
- This recipe yields about 10 standard pancakes using a 1/4 cup measure.
- For fluffier pancakes, ensure baking powder is fresh and properly measured.
- Butter and maple syrup are traditional toppings but fruits or whipped cream can be added for variety.
