Fluffy American Pancakes

These fluffy American pancakes are perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch. Light, airy, and delicious, they can be topped with your favorite syrup, fruits, or whipped cream. Enjoy!

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, fresh fruit, or whipped cream for serving (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This will help to evenly distribute the leavening agent and ensure fluffy pancakes.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

2. 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

3. Pour the wet ingredients into 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 dense pancakes.

Step 4: Preheat the Pan

4. 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

5. 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.

6. Carefully flip the pancake and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 6: Serve

7. Serve the pancakes warm, topped with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream as desired. Enjoy your fluffy American pancakes!

Tips

• For extra fluffiness, 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.
• Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (about 200°F) while you finish cooking the rest.

Enjoy your delicious, fluffy American pancakes!
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