Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional butter or oil for cooking
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Fresh fruit or whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dry Ingredients
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This will ensure that the baking powder is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Make sure the melted butter is not too hot to avoid cooking the egg.
Step 3: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
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Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. Overmixing can lead to tough pancakes.
Step 4: Preheat the Griddle
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Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or oil to coat the surface. Allow it to heat for a minute or two until hot but not smoking.
Step 5: Cook the Pancakes
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For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
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Carefully flip the pancake using a spatula and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, until golden brown.
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Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the skillet as needed.
Step 6: Serve
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Serve the pancakes warm, stacked high on a plate. Drizzle with maple syrup and top with fresh fruit or whipped cream if desired.
Tips
- For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes before cooking.
- You can add chocolate chips, blueberries, or nuts to the batter for added flavor.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (about 200°F) while you finish cooking the rest.
Enjoy your delicious, fluffy pancakes! Perfect for breakfast or brunch any day of the week.
