Fluffy Homemade Pancakes
These fluffy homemade pancakes are soft, golden, and comforting. Made from simple pantry ingredients, they're perfect for cozy mornings, weekend brunch, or a classic family breakfast.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Nonstick Skillet or Griddle
- Spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp melted butter plus more for cooking
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Make the batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
- Heat the skillet: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Cook the pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve warm: Stack the pancakes and serve immediately with butter, syrup, or your favorite toppings.