Light Pancakes
Start your morning with these irresistibly fluffy and light pancakes, a perfect balance of simplicity and indulgence. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of vanilla, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy mornings or leisurely brunches. The secret to their airy texture lies in the careful blending of wet and dry ingredients—overmixing is a no-no! Cooked to golden perfection on a lightly greased skillet, these pancakes are soft, tender, and ready to soak up your favorite toppings, from classic maple syrup to fresh berries and whipped cream. Whether sweet or savory, these light pancakes deliver classic comfort in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 Egg
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Non-stick cooking spray or additional butter
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg lightly, then whisk in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease it with non-stick cooking spray or a small amount of butter.
Using a 1/4 cup measure, pour batter onto the skillet to form pancakes. Leave space between each pancake for spreading.
Cook for about 2 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface of the pancakes and the edges look set. Carefully flip each pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown on both sides.
Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and cover loosely with a clean kitchen towel or aluminum foil to keep warm while cooking the rest of the batter.
Serve the pancakes hot with your preferred toppings, such as syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
910 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.4 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 274 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 1661 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.9 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 488 mg | 10% | |
*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.
