Description
Who doesn’t love a stack of warm, fluffy pancakes for breakfast? Light, airy, and golden, pancakes are the ultimate comfort food to start the day right. This easy and quick recipe gives you the perfect balance of a soft inside with a slightly crisp, golden-brown exterior. You don’t need any fancy ingredients or equipment to make these pancakes fluffy and delicious—just a few kitchen staples and a mixing bowl. Whether it’s a busy weekday or a lazy Sunday morning, these pancakes come together in minutes, delivering a mouthwatering breakfast for the whole family.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk (whole milk or your preferred milk alternative)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter (plus extra for greasing the pan)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; a few lumps are okay. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the pancakes dense.
- Preheat the Pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter.
- Cook the Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2–3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
- Serve: Stack the pancakes on a plate, serve warm with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5mins
- Cook Time: 10mins