Description
These fluffy homemade pancakes are a classic breakfast treat made from scratch with simple ingredients. Soft, airy, and golden brown, they are perfect served warm with butter, maple syrup, or your favorite toppings for a delightful morning meal.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (whole or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents and flavor.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the milk, egg, and melted butter together until fully combined, creating a smooth wet mixture.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; it’s okay if the batter has some lumps to keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and apply a light coating of grease, such as butter or oil, to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour approximately 1/2 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2 minutes, then flip carefully and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1 more minute.
- Serve Warm: Remove the pancakes from the skillet and serve immediately with your choice of toppings like syrup, butter, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; lumps help create fluffy pancakes.
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle for even cooking and easy flipping.
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based alternative for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust heat to medium-low if pancakes brown too quickly to ensure they cook through.
- For added flavor, consider adding vanilla extract or cinnamon to the batter.
