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
  • Cooking spray or additional butter for the skillet

Instructions

Step 1: 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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Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk these ingredients together until they are fully blended.

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Step 3: 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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Step 4: Preheat the Skillet

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.

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Step 5: Cook the Pancakes

Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour the batter onto the hot skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.

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Step 6: Flip the Pancakes

Carefully flip the pancake using a spatula and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, or until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.

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Step 7: Serve

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

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Tips

  • For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes before cooking.
  • You can add mix-ins like blueberries, chocolate chips, 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 fluffy homemade pancakes!

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