Description
This Fluffy Pancakes From Scratch recipe delivers light, tender pancakes perfect for a cozy breakfast. Made with simple pantry staples and cooked on a skillet, these pancakes are easy to prepare and yield a deliciously soft texture. Ideal for serving with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the whole milk, large egg, and melted unsalted butter until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform.
- Incorporate Wet Into Dry: Gently pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients. Stir carefully just until combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain a tender pancake texture.
- Rest the Batter: Allow the batter to sit for 5 to 10 minutes. This resting period helps the batter aerate and thicken, resulting in fluffier pancakes.
- Preheat Cooking Surface: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat until hot. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil if desired to prevent sticking.
- Portion and Cook: Scoop about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the preheated cooking surface. Cook until bubbles begin to appear on the surface and the edges start to set, then flip carefully and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until both sides are golden brown.
- Serve Pancakes: Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream for a delightful breakfast treat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense pancakes; a few lumps are okay.
- Letting the batter rest improves the texture by allowing the baking powder to activate.
- If using a griddle, maintain consistent medium heat to ensure even cooking.
- Butter or oil can be applied lightly between batches to prevent sticking.
- Pancakes are best served immediately but can be kept warm in a low oven (about 200°F) if making larger quantities.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: fluffy pancakes, homemade pancakes, breakfast recipe, easy pancakes, skillet pancakes
