Fluffy, golden, and delicious, these classic diner pancakes are perfect for breakfast or brunch. Serve them with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings for a delightful start to your day!
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
- Butter or oil for cooking
- Maple syrup, fresh fruit, or toppings of your choice (for serving)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes.
Step 2: Heat the Griddle
- Preheat a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil.
Step 3: Cook the Pancakes
- Once the griddle is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the griddle. Leave enough space between pancakes to allow for spreading.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancakes and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip the pancakes with a spatula and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 4: Serve
- Remove the pancakes from the griddle and keep them warm in a low oven (about 200°F) while you cook the remaining batter.
- Serve the pancakes warm with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.
Tips
- For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest longer (up to 10 minutes).
- You can add chocolate chips, blueberries, or nuts to the batter for added flavor.
- If you prefer thinner pancakes, add a little more milk to the batter until you reach your desired consistency.
Enjoy your delicious homemade diner pancakes!
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