Light and Fluffy Pancakes
Start your morning with a stack of irresistibly light and fluffy pancakes! This easy, homemade recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a hint of vanilla to create pancakes that are perfectly golden on the outside and pillow-soft on the inside. The batter comes together in just minutes, making it ideal for busy mornings or leisurely weekend brunches. Cooked to perfection on a lightly greased skillet, these pancakes are wonderfully airy thanks to a careful mixing technique that ensures a tender texture. Serve them warm and customize with your favorite toppings—think classic maple syrup, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream—for a breakfast everyone will love. Perfect for family meals or special occasions, these pancakes are your go-to for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1.25 cups Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or butter (for cooking)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix with a spatula or whisk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are normal.
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with vegetable oil or butter.
Using a 1/4-cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the skillet to form pancakes. Leave plenty of space between each pancake.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown on both sides.
Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep warm by placing them on a plate covered with foil or in a low-temperature oven.
Repeat with the remaining batter, re-greasing the skillet as needed.
Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings such as syrup, butter, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.6 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.0 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 1498 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.3 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 441 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 757 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
