These easy quick pancakes are perfect for a delicious breakfast or brunch. Fluffy and light, they can be made in just a few minutes with simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. Serve them with 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 (any kind)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
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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 (if using) until smooth.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or whisk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. Let the batter sit for about 5 minutes while you heat the skillet.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or whisk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. Let the batter sit for about 5 minutes while you heat the skillet.
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Heat the Skillet:
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter to the skillet and let it melt, coating the surface.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter to the skillet and let it melt, coating the surface.
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Cook the Pancakes:
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, until golden brown.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, until golden brown.
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Serve:
- Remove the pancakes from the skillet 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 whipped cream as desired.
- Remove the pancakes from the skillet 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 whipped cream as desired.
Tips
- For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking.
- You can add chocolate chips, blueberries, or nuts to the batter for added flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or on a skillet before serving.
Enjoy your delicious, homemade pancakes!
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