Description
Fluffy, buttery pancakes made with simple ingredients in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy mornings or weekend breakfasts, this easy recipe offers customizable options like blueberries, chocolate chips, or cinnamon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for greasing the pan)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, and melted butter.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients into dry, stirring until just mixed. Avoid overmixing; some lumps are okay.
- Heat the Pan
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grease lightly with butter or cooking spray.
- Test readiness by sprinkling a few drops of water on the pan; if they sizzle, it’s hot enough.
- Cook the Pancakes
- Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges set.
- Flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing as needed.
- Serve Warm
- Stack pancakes and serve with toppings like syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Storage: Store cooled pancakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Use a microwave, toaster, or oven to warm up.
- Customization: Add chocolate chips, blueberries, or spices like cinnamon to the batter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
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