Fluffy Homemade Pancakes

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 (optional)
• Cooking spray or additional butter for the skillet

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 ensure that the baking powder is evenly distributed throughout the flour.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

2. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract (if using). Whisk until the mixture is smooth and the egg is fully incorporated.

Step 3: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

3. 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 Skillet

4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with cooking spray or a small amount of butter. Allow the skillet to heat for a couple of minutes.

Step 5: Cook the Pancakes

5. Once the skillet is hot, 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.

6. Carefully flip the pancakes using a spatula and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, or until golden brown.

Step 6: Keep Warm and Serve

7. Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and cover them with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm while you cook the remaining pancakes.

8. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.

Step 7: Enjoy!

9. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate chips. Enjoy your delicious homemade pancakes!

Tips

• For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes before cooking.
• You can customize your pancakes by adding ingredients like blueberries, chocolate chips, or nuts directly into the batter before cooking.
• Store any leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in