Description
Enjoy these easy, fluffy American pancakes perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch. Made with simple pantry staples and cooked on a skillet, these pancakes come out light and tender, ready to be topped with your favorite syrup and fresh fruits.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 2 Tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
Toppings (optional)
- Maple syrup
- Fresh berries
- Banana slices
Instructions
- Preheat Oven to Keep Warm: Preheat your oven to 200°F (90°C) and prepare a heatproof platter to keep the cooked pancakes warm while you finish cooking the rest.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt thoroughly to combine all dry ingredients evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter (or vegetable oil), and egg until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and gently stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay to ensure fluffy pancakes.
- Heat Skillet: Place a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and coat it generously with vegetable oil to prevent sticking and ensure browning.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter per pancake onto the hot skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, approximately 1 minute. Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Keep Warm: Transfer cooked pancakes to the prepared heatproof platter, cover loosely with foil, and keep warm in the oven while cooking the remaining pancakes.
- Serve: Serve warm with your choice of toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, or banana slices for a delicious breakfast treat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes light and fluffy.
- You can substitute milk for any plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
- Use melted butter for a richer flavor, or vegetable oil for a lighter taste.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low-temperature oven to serve them hot all at once.
- Bubbles on the pancake surface indicate it’s time to flip the pancakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pancakes, American pancakes, fluffy pancakes, breakfast recipe, easy pancakes
