Ingredients
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional butter or oil for cooking
- Maple syrup, fresh fruit, or toppings of your choice (for serving)
Instructions
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Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
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.
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Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
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.
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Preheat the Pan:
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.
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Cook the Pancakes:
For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip the pancake and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, until golden brown.
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Keep Warm:
Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and cover them with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm while you cook the remaining pancakes. You can also place them in a preheated oven at 200°F (95°C) to keep them warm.
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Serve:
Serve the pancakes warm with your choice of toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or nuts. Enjoy your delicious, fluffy pancakes!
Tips
- For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes before cooking.
- You can add mix-ins like chocolate chips, blueberries, or nuts to the batter for added flavor.
- If you prefer thinner pancakes, you can add a little more milk to the batter until you reach your desired consistency.
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