Classic Fluffy Pancakes

A cozy North American style pancake showcasing a light, airy crumb with a touch of vanilla. The batter relies on simple pantry staples and hot griddle technique to achieve extra fluff with a slight melt-in-your-mouth texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 12 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)

Ingredients(scaled)

  • 1 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • ½ 1/2 tsp salt
  • ½ 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ Butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined (dry mix should resemble sand).
  2. In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet into the dry; stir just until flour is moistened (lumps are okay). Let batter rest 5 minutes.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil until shimmering.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake; cook until bubbles form and edges look set, about 2 minutes.
  6. Flip and cook 1–2 minutes more until golden; repeat with remaining batter. Serve warm.
  7. Preheat the oven and bake until golden and set; a toothpick should come out clean.

Chef’s Pro Tips

  • Let batter rest to hydrate flour for fluffier pancakes.
  • For extra tenderness, fold in 1 tbsp melted butter after mixing.
  • Keep the griddle at medium; too hot will brown outside before inside cooks.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with maple syrup and fresh berries; add a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Storage Instructions

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat in a skillet or waffle iron.

Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
calories285
protein8
carbohydrates42
fat9

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