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Easy Homemade Pancakes

Light and Fluffy Easy Homemade Pancakes You’ll Love

These Easy Homemade Pancakes are light, fluffy, and perfect for breakfast, taking just 20 minutes to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blends for gluten-free pancakes.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder This leavening agent ensures fluffiness.
  • 2 tablespoons White Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar.
  • 1 pinch Salt Any standard table salt will do.
  • 1 cup Milk Whole milk is ideal, but can use 2% or almond milk.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Melted salted or unsalted butter works.
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with flax eggs or applesauce for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be replaced with almond extract or omitted.
Serving Suggestions
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For topping.
  • 1 cup Maple Syrup Drizzle for sweetness.
  • 1 cup Fresh Fruit Add bananas, strawberries, or blueberries.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • skillet
  • measuring cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  2. Make a well in the center of the dry mixture, then pour in the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Place a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and warm for about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Using a ⅓ cup measuring cup, pour the batter onto the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook for another minute.
  5. Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and cover with a kitchen towel to keep warm.
  6. Stack the pancakes on a plate and serve warm with butter, maple syrup, and fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 2pancakesCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize the batter by adding chocolate chips or nuts for a fun twist. If batter thickens overnight, add milk before cooking.

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