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, for serving
- Fresh fruit (optional), 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, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Make sure the melted butter is not too hot, as it can cook the egg if added directly.
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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 pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, until golden brown.
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Keep Warm:
If making multiple pancakes, you can keep them warm in a preheated oven at 200°F (95°C) while you finish cooking the rest.
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Serve:
Serve the pancakes warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and your choice of fresh fruit, if desired. 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.
- Adjust the thickness of the batter by adding a little more milk if it seems too thick.
Enjoy your homemade Martha Stewart-inspired fluffy pancakes!
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